For sale

$155,000

1600 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

3beds

1,618sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1924

4,965 Square Feet Lot

$149,300 Zestimate^®

$96/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

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 $155,000, this property has strong potential with a remodeled price at 219,000. 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!

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Facts & 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: $96/sqft
Tax assessed value: $148,500
Annual tax amount: $2,799
Date on market: 5/12/2026
Cumulative days on market: 59 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$149,300

$142,000 - $157,000

$1,688/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
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
Source: DM House Rentals Report a problem
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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