This beautiful picturesque 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is located in the Historic Riverbend District. This beautifully restored home has the perfect blend of old house charm and modern updates. A few of the many highlights are ten foot ceilings adorned with original woodwork & crown molding. The large living room is complete with large restored wood windows letting in tons of natural light, original hardwood floors, large fireplace and original woodwork and built-ins throughout. The large formal dining room is complete with a grand chandelier, restored wood windows, crown molding & woodwork. The beautiful updated kitchen is complete with restored and modern cabinetry, elegant hardware, quartz countertops and custom hood vent & mud room leading to the back deck. The second level includes 4 bedrooms and a gorgeous updated tile bathroom. The third level is complete with large finished living space perfect for a 5th bedroom, home gym or craft area. The clean and tidy lower level includes a second bathroom and is ready for you to customize and make your own. Outside enjoy the oversized large front porch, back deck and fully fenced back yard. Call to schedule a showing today! All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
1609 Arlington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
5beds
2,106sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
0.34 Acres Lot
$291,500 Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$1,663 Estimated rent
Home value
$291,500
$274,000 - $306,000
$1,663/mo
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Listed by:
Beatris Mayorga (515)612-2702,
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Bought with:
Marce Peters
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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 695111
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,106
- Total interior livable area: 2,106 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 90 x 328
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08004987000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2024 | Sold | $280,000-10.3%$133/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #695111 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2024 | Pending sale | $312,000$148/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #695111 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $312,000+131.1%$148/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #695111 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2023 | Sold | $135,000-6.9%$64/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #683259 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2023 | Pending sale | $145,000$69/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #683259 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $145,000$69/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #683259 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,608 +8.3% | $250,700 +39.5% |
| 2024 | $3,330 +4.8% | $179,700 |
| 2023 | $3,176 +0.8% | $179,700 +25.1% |
| 2022 | $3,150 +8.5% | $143,600 |
| 2021 | $2,902 -3.6% | $143,600 +15% |
| 2020 | $3,010 +5.3% | $124,900 |
| 2019 | $2,858 +1.2% | $124,900 +8.7% |
| 2018 | $2,824 | $114,900 |
| 2017 | $2,824 +8% | $114,900 +6.4% |
| 2016 | $2,616 | $108,000 |
| 2015 | $2,616 +7.2% | $108,000 +3.6% |
| 2014 | $2,440 | $104,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $104,200 -0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $104,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $104,900 +9.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $96,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $96,100 -2.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $99,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $99,000 +62.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $61,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $61,000 +7% |
| 2003 | -- | $57,000 +1.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $56,210 |
| 2001 | -- | $56,210 |
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Neighborhood: River Bend
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Moulton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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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