1600 E 13th Street offers an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to create value. Currently offered at the “as-is” price of $135,000, this property has strong potential with a remodeled price at 205,000. Previously used as an investment property, this home is ready for updates and improvements to unlock its full potential. Included photos showcase both the current “as-is” condition as well as proposed/similar remodel images to help buyers envision the possibilities and future finished product.
Whether you’re looking for your next flip project, rental investment, or a home to customize to your style, this property presents a great chance to build equity and maximize value. Don’t miss the opportunity to transform this Des Moines property into something truly special!
For sale
Price cut: $7.5K (8/5)
$127,500
1600 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
3beds
1,618sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
4,965 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$79/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Heath Moulton (515)706-4857,
Spire Real Estate,
Jennifer Moulton 515-689-6792,
Spire Real Estate
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740266
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,618
- Total interior livable area: 1,618 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,965 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 80 x 62
Details
- Parcel number: 11005420000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $79/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $148,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,799
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 93 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,715/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $127,500$79/sqft |
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| 8/12/2026 | Pending sale | $127,500$79/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Price change | $127,500-5.6%$79/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Pending sale | $135,000$83/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $135,000-12.9%$83/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $155,000+12.3%$96/sqft |
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| 5/4/2023 | Sold | $138,000+119%$85/sqft |
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| 1/24/2019 | Listing removed | $1,145$1/sqft |
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| 12/18/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,145+4.6%$1/sqft |
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| 9/11/2017 | Listing removed | $1,095$1/sqft |
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| 8/31/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,095+2.3%$1/sqft |
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| 8/24/2015 | Listing removed | $1,070$1/sqft |
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| 7/26/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,070+1.9%$1/sqft |
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| 1/31/2015 | Listing removed | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 11/18/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,050+1.4%$1/sqft |
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| 10/4/2014 | Listing removed | $1,035$1/sqft |
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| 8/22/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,035$1/sqft |
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| 8/24/2004 | Sold | $63,000$39/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,636 +2% | $148,500 +13.1% |
| 2024 | $2,584 -5.7% | $131,300 |
| 2023 | $2,740 +0.7% | $131,300 +12.9% |
| 2022 | $2,720 +7% | $116,300 |
| 2021 | $2,542 -3.8% | $116,300 +14.1% |
| 2020 | $2,642 +10.9% | $101,900 |
| 2019 | $2,382 +1.1% | $101,900 +15% |
| 2018 | $2,356 | $88,600 |
| 2017 | $2,356 +6.8% | $88,600 +5.9% |
| 2016 | $2,206 | $83,700 |
| 2015 | $2,206 +14.3% | $83,700 +11% |
| 2014 | $1,930 | $75,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $75,400 -2.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $77,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $77,600 -10% |
| 2010 | -- | $86,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $86,200 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $84,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $84,500 +31.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $64,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $64,400 -12.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $73,650 +19.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $61,610 |
| 2001 | -- | $61,610 |
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Neighborhood: Union Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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