Charming Opportunity at 1800 - 61st St, Des Moines, IA 50322!! Discover the potential of your spacious TRHEE-BEDROOM, 1.5-bathroom home, situated on a desirable CORNER LOT near the Des Moines and Windsor Heights border. TWO LIVING SPACES! Inside, you’ll find a functional layout featuring a large, front living room, a formal dining room, and a SIZEABLE FAMILY ROOM in the back of the house off the kitchen — ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Your home also boasts a new roof, ensuring peace of mind, and ample basement storage for all your STORAGE needs. Additionally, there’s a one-car detached garage for convenience. This home is conveniently located just a short drive from Windsor Heights, where University Avenue between 65th Avenue and 73rd Street offers a variety of business amenities. Highlights include Grounds for Celebration for coffee enthusiasts, Mojitos Mexican Grill & Seafood Restaurant for dining out, and The Bake Shoppe for your sweet cravings. You’ll also find essential services like 4 Seasons Nails and Spa and Absolute Skin and Body Wellness to keep you refreshed. Simon's TOP-RATED restaurant is a short, four block walk from your new home! Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a property full of potential in a thriving area. Schedule your showing today! Property is under contract and will enter pending status when the inspection contingency has been removed or satisfied.
Sold for $179,000
$179,000
1800 61st St, Des Moines, IA 50322
3beds
1,632sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
7,187.4 Square Feet Lot
$177,800 Zestimate®
$110/sqft
$1,711 Estimated rent
Home value
$177,800
$167,000 - $190,000
$1,711/mo
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Formal dining roomSizeable family roomTwo living spacesCorner lotFunctional layout
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Listed by:
Jesse Kern (319)423-4139,
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Bought with:
Ron Lilly
RE/MAX Results
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 712513
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,632
- Total interior livable area: 1,632 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 7,187 sqft
- Dimensions: 60 x 120
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10004954000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2025 | Sold | $179,000-5.7%$110/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #712513 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2025 | Pending sale | $189,900$116/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #712513 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $189,900$116/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #712513 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,106 +2.2% | $252,600 +13.2% |
| 2024 | $4,016 -5.8% | $223,200 |
| 2023 | $4,262 +0.9% | $223,200 +15.6% |
| 2022 | $4,226 +5.3% | $193,100 |
| 2021 | $4,014 -3.6% | $193,100 +11.8% |
| 2020 | $4,162 +8.9% | $172,700 |
| 2019 | $3,822 +1.2% | $172,700 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $3,776 | $154,000 |
| 2017 | $3,776 +15.4% | $154,000 +13.1% |
| 2016 | $3,272 | $136,200 |
| 2015 | $3,272 +12.2% | $136,200 +7.9% |
| 2014 | $2,916 | $126,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $126,200 -10.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $140,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $140,700 -3.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $145,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $145,600 +3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $140,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $140,800 +14.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $122,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $122,500 +8.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $112,440 +14.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $98,320 |
| 2001 | -- | $98,320 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50322
- Merle Hay
- 1800 61st St
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