Looking for a beautiful home on over half an acre just minutes from downtown Des Moines? This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect combination of space, convenience, and major updates. Recent improvements include a newer HVAC system, water heater, sewer line, main-level flooring, upstairs carpet, and appliances, giving you peace of mind for years to come.
The oversized detached garage provides ample space for multiple vehicles, hobbies, and additional storage. Outside, you'll enjoy the rare opportunity to own more than half an acre while still being just minutes from everything Des Moines has to offer.
For sale
Price increase: $5K (8/21)
$209,500
202 Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
3beds
1,085sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
0.59 Acres Lot
$207,800 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Over half an acreOversized detached garage
- 3 days |
- 529 |
- 53 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cui Davis (515)867-0498,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 744353
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,085
- Total interior livable area: 1,085 sqft
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: 0.59 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 255
Details
- Parcel number: 01002158000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
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: $193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $209,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,943
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$207,800
$197,000 - $218,000
$1,393/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $209,500+2.4%$193/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #744353 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2026 | Pending sale | $204,500$188/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $204,500+18.9%$188/sqft |
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| 12/22/2021 | Sold | $172,000-7%$159/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #638398 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2021 | Pending sale | $184,900$170/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #638398 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2021 | Price change | $184,900-2.7%$170/sqft |
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| 10/8/2021 | Price change | $190,000-5%$175/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #638398 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2021 | Listed for sale | $200,000+30.3%$184/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #638398 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2018 | Sold | $153,500-1.5%$141/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #556060 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2018 | Pending sale | $155,900$144/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #556060 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $155,900+183.5%$144/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #556060 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2016 | Sold | $55,000$51/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #44562 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,752 +2.1% | $209,200 +11.9% |
| 2024 | $3,676 +4.8% | $186,900 |
| 2023 | $3,506 +7.2% | $186,900 +25.6% |
| 2022 | $3,270 -3% | $148,800 |
| 2021 | $3,372 -3.6% | $148,800 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $3,498 +79.8% | $143,700 |
| 2019 | $1,946 +1.6% | $143,700 +77.6% |
| 2018 | $1,916 | $80,900 +12.4% |
| 2017 | $1,916 -2.1% | $72,000 -3.1% |
| 2016 | $1,958 | $74,300 |
| 2015 | $1,958 +14.1% | $74,300 -2.1% |
| 2014 | $1,716 | $75,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $75,900 +0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $75,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $75,500 -6.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $80,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $80,700 +5.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $76,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $76,700 +8.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $70,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $70,800 +7.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $65,900 +18.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $55,820 |
| 2001 | -- | $55,820 |
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Neighborhood: Indianola Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Park Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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