Pending

$209,000

2131 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

2beds

1,230sqft

$1,503/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1951

0.43 Acres Lot

$209,200 Zestimate^®

$170/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Tons of storageUpdated kitchenBeautiful hardwood floorsPrivate park-like backyardGenerously sized lot

Fantastic Southside location west of Fleur! This sprawling ranch offers a spacious and inviting open floor plan with 2 large bedrooms and a cozy fireplace in the living room. The updated kitchen opens to the dining area and family room, creating a functional layout that's perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and character throughout much of the home. Additional highlights include an updated 3/4 bath, updated electrical panel (2026), tons of storage, and an oversized 2-car garage. Step outside to enjoy the private, park-like backyard set on a generously sized lot. Conveniently located near Jefferson Elementary with easy access to Fleur amenities, this home offers comfort, charm, and a desirable Southside setting. Schedule your private tour today! Home is in a NFC Financing area, Check with Neighborhood Financing Corporation for eligibility on a NFC $15,000 forgivable loan.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

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

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove

Features

Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,230
Total interior livable area: 1,230 sqft

Property

Parking

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

Features

Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 0.43 Acres
Dimensions: 100 x 106

Details

Parcel number: 01005505000000
Zoning: N3A

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Foundation: Poured, Slab
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1951

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: $170/sqft
Tax assessed value: $197,300
Annual tax amount: $3,443
Date on market: 6/24/2026
Cumulative days on market: 49 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

$209,200

$199,000 - $220,000

$1,498/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/25/2026	Pending sale	$209,000$170/sqft
Source: DMMLS #743736 Report a problem
6/24/2026	Listed for sale	$209,000+63.3%$170/sqft
Source: DMMLS #743736 Report a problem
1/15/2016	Sold	$128,000-8.5%$104/sqft
Source: DMMLS #455886 Report a problem
10/30/2015	Price change	$139,900-6.7%$114/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #455886 Report a problem
8/22/2015	Price change	$149,900-3.2%$122/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #455886 Report a problem
6/30/2015	Price change	$154,900-3.1%$126/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #455886 Report a problem
6/5/2015	Listed for sale	$159,900+37.8%$130/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #455886 Report a problem
4/12/2007	Sold	$116,000+22.8%$94/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/26/2006	Sold	$94,500$77/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,294 -1.8%	$197,300 +4.9%
2024	$3,354 +2.4%	$188,000
2023	$3,276 +0.8%	$188,000 +27.1%
2022	$3,250 -1.1%	$147,900
2021	$3,286 -3.6%	$147,900 +5.4%
2020	$3,410 +9.5%	$140,300
2019	$3,114 +1.2%	$140,300 +12.8%
2018	$3,078	$124,400
2017	$3,078 +17.3%	$124,400 +11.5%
2016	$2,624	$111,600
2015	$2,624 +4.8%	$111,600 +1.4%
2014	$2,504	$110,100
2013	--	$110,100 -0.7%
2012	--	$110,900
2011	--	$110,900 -3.8%
2010	--	$115,300
2009	--	$115,300 +24.1%
2008	--	$92,900
2007	--	$92,900 +0.9%
2006	--	$92,100
2005	--	$92,100 +7.7%
2003	--	$85,490 +17.7%
2002	--	$72,640
2001	--	$72,640