Completely reimagined from the studs up, this charming one-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and simplicity. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone, leading into a spacious living room filled with natural light. The oversized bedroom is complemented by an updated bath featuring a relaxing soaking tub/shower combo. The eat-in kitchen is both functional and inviting, complete with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar for casual dining. Convenient first-floor laundry adds everyday ease. Step outside to enjoy the large back deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining overlooking the expansive nearly half-acre lot with a large shed for hobbies, tools, or extra storage. The basement provides excellent storage space as well. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street in a peaceful Des Moines pocket, this home offers privacy with in town convenience.
Sold for $160,000
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$160,000
2122 Morton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
1beds
748sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.47 Acres Lot
$160,000 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$1,199 Estimated rent
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Expansive nearly half-acre lotOversized bedroomConvenient first-floor laundryWelcoming covered front porchStainless steel appliancesEat-in kitchen
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Angela Meek (515)577-7729,
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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739486
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 748
- Total interior livable area: 748 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Dimensions: 61.5 x 333.4
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06004848002000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: See Remarks
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
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: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $112,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,116
- Date on market: 4/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Sold | $160,000$214/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #739486 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Pending sale | $160,000$214/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #739486 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $160,000+301%$214/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #739486 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2007 | Sold | $39,900-33.5%$53/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #307423 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2005 | Sold | $60,000$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,958 +2.1% | $112,300 +15.2% |
| 2024 | $1,918 +8.4% | $97,500 |
| 2023 | $1,770 +0.8% | $97,500 +29.8% |
| 2022 | $1,756 +4.9% | $75,100 |
| 2021 | $1,674 -3.8% | $75,100 +11.9% |
| 2020 | $1,740 +13.7% | $67,100 |
| 2019 | $1,530 +1.1% | $67,100 +17.9% |
| 2018 | $1,514 | $56,900 |
| 2017 | $1,514 +3.8% | $56,900 +2.9% |
| 2016 | $1,458 | $55,300 |
| 2015 | $1,458 +3.4% | $55,300 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $1,410 | $55,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $55,100 -10.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $61,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $61,600 -1.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $62,700 +42.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $43,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $43,900 -66.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $131,630 +16.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $113,090 |
| 2001 | -- | $113,090 |
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Neighborhood: Garton West
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Garton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Goodrell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 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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