For sale

$300,000

1700 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

5beds

1,617sqft

$2,118/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1918

7,405 Square Feet Lot

$292,500 Zestimate^®

$186/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Prime corner lotGenerous living spacesAmple parking

Spacious and versatile 5-bedroom, 3-bath home situated on a prime corner lot just down the street from Grand View College. This property offers incredible flexibility with a rare 3-car garage, additional living quarters above the garage, and attic space that adds even more potential. Inside, you’ll find generous living spaces and a layout that can easily accommodate a variety of living arrangements. Whether you’re looking for a large single-family home, student housing, or an investment opportunity, this property checks all the boxes. With ample parking, a highly desirable location, and the ability to convert to a multifamily setup, this home is a standout opportunity for both homeowners and investors alike. Don’t miss your chance to own a property with this much space, functionality, and upside in a growing area!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3
Main level bedrooms: 4

Heating

Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Basement: Daylight,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,617
Total interior livable area: 1,617 sqft
Finished area below ground: 1,164

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
Attached garage spaces: 3

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Low Threshold Shower

Features

Levels: Three Or More
Stories: 3
Patio & porch: Open, Patio, Porch, Screened
Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Patio
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 148
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Parcel number: 11005560000000
Zoning: Res

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Three Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1918

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Sidewalks
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $186/sqft
Tax assessed value: $195,300
Annual tax amount: $3,464
Date on market: 3/27/2026
Cumulative days on market: 145 days
Listing terms: Cash
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$292,500

$278,000 - $307,000

$2,015/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/27/2026	Listed for sale	$300,000$186/sqft
Source: DMMLS #736898 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,464 +2%	$195,300 +13.2%
2024	$3,396 +0.4%	$172,600
2023	$3,382 +0.8%	$172,600 +20.3%
2022	$3,356 +6.1%	$143,500
2021	$3,162 -3.7%	$143,500 +13.3%
2020	$3,284 +9.8%	$126,700
2019	$2,992 +1.1%	$126,700 +13.8%
2018	$2,960	$111,300
2017	$2,960 +5.9%	$111,300 +5%
2016	$2,794	$106,000
2015	$2,794 +24.8%	$106,000 +10.1%
2014	$2,238	$96,300
2013	--	$96,300 -0.3%
2012	--	$96,600
2011	--	$96,600 -6.6%
2010	--	$103,400 -4.3%
2009	--	$108,000
2008	--	$108,000
2007	--	$108,000
2006	--	$108,000 +25%
2005	--	$86,400 +5%
2003	--	$82,300 +40%
2002	--	$58,770
2001	--	$58,770