Modern Comfort Meets Classic Charm in River Bend. - Welcome to 1816 8th Street, a beautifully updates 1,658 sq. ft. American Fore Square (architecture) home that perfectly balances historic character with modern updates. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath gen is move-in ready and packed with high-value upgrades that offer total peace of mind. Enjoy an open main floor plan, featuring a 2017 full renovation with new flooring, carpet, and interior/exterior paint. The large primary bedroom offers ultimate convenience with stackable W/D hookups and bonus lounge area. Equipped with a gas stove, a large walk-in pantry, and high-end appliances, including a new 2025 KitchenAid dishwasher. Bonus: The full-size refrigerator in the mudroom and the deep freeze in the basement stay with the home! Major systems have been handled for you - including Midway by Alliance replacement attic windows (2025), a newer water heater (2018), and a new garage door (2025) for the attached garage! The owners have gone above and beyond with a recent full bath renovation and proactive exterior maintenance, including new siding boards and flashing to ensure the mudroom space stays tight and dry. One year Basic + HVAC HSA Home Warranty included! Polk Co Urban revitalization tax incentive.
Sold for $225,000
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$225,000
1816 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
3beds
1,658sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$225,000 Zestimate®
$136/sqft
$1,729 Estimated rent
Home value
$225,000
$214,000 - $236,000
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Open main floor planLarge walk-in pantryAttached garageGas stove
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Listed by:
Amy Lutter 515-453-4327,
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Bought with:
Tiffany Marcum
The American Real Estate Co.
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 735387
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
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,658
- Total interior livable area: 1,658 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Partial
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 37 x 128
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08005323000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Square Design
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Sold | $225,000+4.7%$136/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Pending sale | $215,000$130/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000+58.1%$130/sqft |
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| 7/16/2018 | Sold | $136,000+312.1%$82/sqft |
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| 12/28/2015 | Sold | $33,000-10.3%$20/sqft |
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| 12/1/2015 | Pending sale | $36,800$22/sqft |
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| 9/24/2015 | Price change | $36,800-14.8%$22/sqft |
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| 8/20/2015 | Price change | $43,200-11.8%$26/sqft |
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| 7/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $49,000+390%$30/sqft |
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| 9/11/2014 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/24/2014 | Price change | $10,000-83.2%$6/sqft |
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| 6/13/2014 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 1/14/2010 | Sold | $59,500+164.4%$36/sqft |
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| 8/28/2009 | Sold | $22,500-29.7%$14/sqft |
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| 7/11/2009 | Price change | $32,000-13.5%$19/sqft |
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| 6/20/2009 | Price change | $37,000-11.9%$22/sqft |
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| 5/31/2009 | Price change | $42,000-10.4%$25/sqft |
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| 5/14/2009 | Price change | $46,900-9.6%$28/sqft |
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| 4/25/2009 | Price change | $51,900-8.8%$31/sqft |
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| 3/27/2009 | Price change | $56,900-8.1%$34/sqft |
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| 3/10/2009 | Listed for sale | $61,900$37/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,228 +2% | $232,100 +11.4% |
| 2024 | $3,164 +25.9% | $208,300 |
| 2023 | $2,514 +0.7% | $208,300 +35.1% |
| 2022 | $2,496 +12.9% | $154,200 |
| 2021 | $2,210 -3.7% | $154,200 +13.3% |
| 2020 | $2,296 -3.4% | $136,100 |
| 2019 | $2,376 +1% | $136,100 +54% |
| 2018 | $2,352 | $88,400 |
| 2017 | $2,352 +11.9% | $88,400 +10.8% |
| 2016 | $2,102 | $79,800 |
| 2015 | $2,102 +7.1% | $79,800 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $1,962 | $76,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $76,600 -2.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $78,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $78,700 +0.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $78,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $78,600 -5.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $82,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $82,800 +8.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $76,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $76,400 +25.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $60,660 +61.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $37,480 |
| 2001 | -- | $37,480 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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: 0.6 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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