For sale

$285,000

238 Leach Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

4beds

920sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1969

0.43 Acres Lot

$281,000 Zestimate^®

$310/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home on the south side of Des Moines, conveniently located near the airport with easy access to shopping, dining, and major roads. This property offers a great opportunity for homeowners or investors alike. The main level provides comfortable living space, while the finished basement features a second kitchen, living area, and a non-conforming bedroom. Perfect for extended family or potential rental income. With its own side entrance, the lower level offers added privacy and flexibility, making it ideal for house hacking by living in one level and renting the other. Step outside to enjoy the huge back deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, along with a super spacious driveway that provides plenty of parking. A versatile property with plenty of potential, come see it today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

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

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove

Features

Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
Basement: Finished

Interior area

Total structure area: 920
Total interior livable area: 920 sqft
Finished area below ground: 864

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
Exterior features: Deck, Patio

Lot

Size: 0.43 Acres
Dimensions: 60 x 309
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 12004950003000
Zoning: N3A

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1969

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Fire Alarm

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $310/sqft
Tax assessed value: $204,100
Annual tax amount: $3,847
Date on market: 3/13/2026
Cumulative days on market: 123 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$281,000

$267,000 - $295,000

$1,679/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/13/2026	Price change	$285,000-5%$310/sqft
Source: DMMLS #736293 Report a problem
3/13/2026	Listed for sale	$300,000+94.8%$326/sqft
Source: DMMLS #736293 Report a problem
8/16/2018	Sold	$154,000+10.4%$167/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/20/2016	Sold	$139,500+3.4%$152/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
12/7/2015	Listed for sale	$134,900+49.9%$147/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #508766 Report a problem
11/15/2015	Sold	$90,000-10.8%$98/sqft
Source: DMMLS #506254 Report a problem
10/17/2015	Listed for sale	$100,900+16.4%$110/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Precision #506254 Report a problem
1/12/2015	Sold	$86,700-30.6%$94/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
5/3/2006	Sold	$125,000+39.7%$136/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/1/2005	Sold	$89,500+2.9%$97/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/9/1999	Sold	$87,000$95/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,626 +2.1%	$204,100 +13%
2024	$3,552 +5.1%	$180,600
2023	$3,380 +0.8%	$180,600 +25.9%
2022	$3,354 -0.2%	$143,400
2021	$3,362 -3.7%	$143,400 +6.5%
2020	$3,492 +8.1%	$134,700
2019	$3,230 +8.9%	$134,700 +12.1%
2018	$2,966	$120,200
2017	$2,966 -0.5%	$120,200 +6.3%
2016	$2,980	$113,100
2015	$2,980 -8.1%	$113,100 -5.4%
2014	$3,241	$119,500
2013	--	$119,500 +0.7%
2012	--	$118,700
2011	--	$118,700 +1.1%
2010	--	$117,400
2009	--	$117,400 +0.4%
2008	--	$116,900
2007	--	$116,900 +7.4%
2006	--	$108,800
2005	--	$108,800 +11.7%
2003	--	$97,420 +43.5%
2002	--	$67,910
2001	--	$67,910

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