For sale

Price cut: $10K (9/30)

$240,000

1709 Kenyon Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

4beds

960sqft

$1,871/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1958

0.37 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$250/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Original hardwood floorsTile backsplashAttached garageStainless steel appliances

Welcome home to this charming walk-out ranch situated on a spacious, fully fenced 0.367-acre lot that backs to peaceful trees and a creek. The main level features 960 sq. ft. of living space, including bright living and dining areas with original hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, plus 3 bedrooms and an updated full bath with tile surround. Step down to the finished lower level with newly installed carpet, perfect for entertaining! Enjoy a large family room with walk-out access to the private backyard, an additional non-conforming bedroom or den, a flex space ideal for a home gym or theater room, and a 3/4 bath. Outdoor highlights include a large deck off the dining area, a concrete patio, an attached garage, and a lush, tree-lined yard offering tons of privacy. Conveniently located on the south side of Des Moines with easy access off Fleur Drive!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
3/4 bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove, Washer

Features

Dining Area, Window Treatments
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Basement: Daylight,Egress Windows,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access

Interior area

Total structure area: 960
Total interior livable area: 960 sqft
Finished area below ground: 500

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
Exterior features: Deck, Patio
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 0.37 Acres
Dimensions: 75 x 213
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 12001878000000
Zoning: F+N3A

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1958

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $250/sqft
Tax assessed value: $223,200
Annual tax amount: $4,207
Date on market: 9/3/2026
Cumulative days on market: 38 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/30/2026	Price change	$240,000-4%$250/sqft
Source: DMMLS #747748 Report a problem
9/10/2026	Listed for sale	$250,000+15.5%$260/sqft
Source: DMMLS #747748 Report a problem
8/16/2021	Sold	$216,500+5.6%$226/sqft
Source: DMMLS #633158 Report a problem
7/12/2021	Pending sale	$205,000$214/sqft
Source: DMMLS #633158 Report a problem
7/9/2021	Listed for sale	$205,000+21.3%$214/sqft
Source: DMMLS #633158 Report a problem
3/1/2018	Sold	$169,000$176/sqft
Source: DMMLS #553967 Report a problem
2/2/2018	Pending sale	$169,000$176/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #553967 Report a problem
1/25/2018	Listed for sale	$169,000+69%$176/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #553967 Report a problem
9/26/2017	Sold	$100,000-16.6%$104/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/27/2013	Listing removed	$119,900+2%$125/sqft
Source: BHHS FIRST REALTY WESTOWN #422724 Report a problem
11/25/2013	Sold	$117,500+8.9%$122/sqft
Source: DMMLS #422724 Report a problem
11/7/2010	Listing removed	$107,900$112/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #372655 Report a problem
10/3/2010	Price change	$107,900-1.9%$112/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #372655 Report a problem
6/11/2010	Listed for sale	$110,000+16.4%$115/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #368712 Report a problem
2/27/1998	Sold	$94,500$98/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,056 +2.2%	$223,200 +5.1%
2024	$3,970 +4%	$212,300
2023	$3,816 +0.8%	$212,300 +24.3%
2022	$3,786 +3%	$170,800
2021	$3,676 -3.6%	$170,800 +9.6%
2020	$3,814 +21.7%	$155,900
2019	$3,134 +4.2%	$155,900 +24.6%
2018	$3,008	$125,100
2017	$3,008 +10.7%	$125,100 +8.6%
2016	$2,718	$115,200
2015	$2,718 +3.3%	$115,200 +3.2%
2014	$2,630	$111,600
2013	--	$111,600 -0.1%
2012	--	$111,700
2011	--	$111,700 -4.4%
2010	--	$116,900
2009	--	$116,900 -4.5%
2008	--	$122,400
2007	--	$122,400 +6.2%
2006	--	$115,300
2005	--	$115,300 +10.2%
2003	--	$104,630 +19.9%
2002	--	$87,250
2001	--	$87,250