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Sold for $119,000
    • $119,000

    222 Watson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

    1beds
    800sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1917
    6,621 Square Feet Lot
    $119,000 Zestimate®
    $149/sqft
    $1,133 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $119,000

    $113,000 - $126,000

    $1,133/mo

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    What's special

    Remodeled bathroomFenced in backyardAdded bonus roomLarge great room areaKitchen has a dishwasherNice sized dining area
    Welcome to this well kept home with a layout that lives big. The large great room area is perfect for entertaining, the kitchen has a dishwasher! and all other appliances are included. There is also a remodeled bathroom, bedroom, and nice sized dining area. The laundry is conveniently located on the main level, not the basement! There is an added bonus room attached to the main home with heating, cooling, and an extra half bath. This is currently being used as a salon but the possibilities are endless. Moving outside there is a fenced in backyard that includes an extra lot making it supersized! A one car garage is off the salon area and a carport make storage and parking a breeze. This home is walking distance to Birdland Park and Union Park. Close to restaurants, bike trails, and easy access to I235. Don't miss this one!

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    Listed by:

    Tracy Jagim (515)707-6055,

    EXP Realty, LLC

    Bought with:

    Velazquez Sanchez, Laura

    RE/MAX Revolution

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 728106MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 800
    • Total interior livable area: 800 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Carport, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Has carport: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
    • Fencing: Wood,Full
    Lot
    • Size: 6,621 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50 x 132
    Details
    • Parcel number: 07004497000000
    • Zoning: R

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • 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: $149/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $97,000
    • Annual tax amount: $1,906
    • Date on market: 10/10/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 9 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/28/2025Sold$119,000$149/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728106 Report a problem
    11/3/2025Pending sale$119,000$149/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728106 Report a problem
    10/10/2025Listed for sale$119,000+36%$149/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728106 Report a problem
    3/22/2021Sold$87,500$109/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #615256 Report a problem
    2/9/2021Pending sale$87,500$109/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Revolution #615256 Report a problem
    2/5/2021Listed for sale$87,500$109/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Revolution #615256 Report a problem
    1/30/2021Pending sale$87,500$109/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Revolution #615256 Report a problem
    12/5/2020Price change$87,500-2.8%$109/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Revolution #615256 Report a problem
    10/2/2020Listed for sale$90,000+260%$113/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Revolution #615256 Report a problem
    8/5/2008Sold$25,000$31/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,676 +2.1%$97,000 +16.2%
    2024$1,642 +0.4%$83,500
    2023$1,636 +0.7%$83,500 +20.3%
    2022$1,624 +24.9%$69,400
    2021$1,300 -3.4%$69,400 +14.3%
    2020$1,346 +11.4%$60,700
    2019$1,208 +1.3%$60,700 +13.5%
    2018$1,192 $53,500
    2017$1,192 +3.3%$53,500 +1.9%
    2016$1,154 $52,500
    2015$1,154 -6.3%$52,500 -7.9%
    2014$1,232 $57,000
    2013-- $57,000 +7.3%
    2012-- $53,100 +2.1%
    2011-- $52,000 -1.9%
    2010-- $53,000
    2009-- $53,000 -8%
    2008-- $57,600
    2007-- $57,600 +14.7%
    2006-- $50,200
    2005-- $50,200 +14.5%
    2003-- $43,850 +31.3%
    2002-- $33,400
    2001-- $33,400
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Union Park

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    • 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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