Welcome to this beautiful 1.5-story home that combines charm, comfort, and plenty of space for your family. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this property provides 1,600 square feet of living space. Come inside to discover an inviting layout filled with natural light. The living room features warm wood accents that create a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. The spacious kitchen is ideal for cooking and gatherings, offering plenty of counter and cabinet space to make meal prep a breeze. Convenient first-floor laundry adds an extra touch of practicality to your daily routine. Upstairs, you'll find additional bedrooms that can serve as peaceful retreats, home offices, or playrooms. Giving you flexibility for whatever stage of life you're in. Outside, enjoy the generous backyard that provides plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, or simply soaking up the outdoors. The property also includes a detached 2-car garage, giving you great storage and parking convenience. With its comfortable floor plan, abundant natural light, and a yard that's perfect for enjoying every season, this home is ready to welcome its next owners. Subject to home of choice
For sale
Price cut: $6K (8/7)
$189,000
1614 Searle St, Des Moines, IA 50317
4beds
1,600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
7,492 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$118/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy welcoming atmosphereComfortable floor planConvenient first-floor laundryAbundant natural lightGenerous backyardSpacious kitchen
- 36 days |
- 752 |
- 64 |
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Listed by:
Beatriz Sosa (515)689-2414,
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745082
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,600
- Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 7,492 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 150
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06002272000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
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: $118/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $183,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,454
- Date on market: 7/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 37 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $189,000-3.1%$118/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $195,000-2%$122/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,000-11.6%$124/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Listing removed | $225,000$141/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $225,000-4.1%$141/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Price change | $234,500-0.2%$147/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000+52.6%$147/sqft |
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| 10/28/2022 | Sold | $154,000-3.8%$96/sqft |
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| 9/23/2022 | Pending sale | $160,000$100/sqft |
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| 9/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $160,000$100/sqft |
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| 9/21/2022 | Pending sale | $160,000$100/sqft |
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| 9/20/2022 | Listed for sale | $160,000+48.8%$100/sqft |
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| 11/3/2017 | Sold | $107,500-1.8%$67/sqft |
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| 9/26/2017 | Pending sale | $109,500$68/sqft |
Source: Greater Des Moines #548338 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $109,500+32.7%$68/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty GDM #548338 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2006 | Sold | $82,500$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,198 +2% | $183,600 +15.3% |
| 2024 | $3,134 +10.2% | $159,300 |
| 2023 | $2,844 +0.7% | $159,300 +32% |
| 2022 | $2,824 +6.7% | $120,700 |
| 2021 | $2,646 -3.7% | $120,700 +13.9% |
| 2020 | $2,748 +3.8% | $106,000 |
| 2019 | $2,648 +45.3% | $106,000 +7.6% |
| 2018 | $1,822 | $98,500 +43.8% |
| 2017 | $1,822 +3.6% | $68,500 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $1,758 | $66,700 |
| 2015 | $1,758 +36.1% | $66,700 +6.2% |
| 2014 | $1,292 | $62,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $62,800 -11.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $71,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $71,300 -7.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $77,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $77,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $77,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $77,100 -5.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $81,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $81,900 +6% |
| 2003 | -- | $77,230 +21.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $63,710 |
| 2001 | -- | $63,710 |
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Neighborhood: Fairmont Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Phillips Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Goodrell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 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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