Welcome to this beautifully updated home in the historic River Bend neighborhood! Thoughtfully renovated while preserving its timeless character, all improvements were approved by the Historic Preservation Commission.
As you enter, you're welcomed by a functional mudroom that serves as the perfect drop zone for everyday living. The main level features a formal dining room, a spacious living area ideal for entertaining, and an updated kitchen that blends style with practicality. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom. An attached garage adds everyday convenience.
If you've been looking for a home that combines historic charm with modern updates, this is one you won't want to miss!
For sale
$330,000
250 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
4beds
1,544sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 8 days |
- 126 |
- 6 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bexaida Dominguez (515)443-6971,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 744918
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,544
- Total interior livable area: 1,544 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 02284000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
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: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $98,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,850
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $330,000+288.2%$214/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #744918 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2023 | Sold | $85,000$55/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #670398 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2023 | Pending sale | $85,000$55/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #670398 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $85,000+13.3%$55/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #670398 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2010 | Sold | $75,000+26.1%$49/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2004 | Sold | $59,500$39/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,702 +2% | $98,200 +15.8% |
| 2024 | $1,668 +3.7% | $84,800 |
| 2023 | $1,608 +0.8% | $84,800 +24.3% |
| 2022 | $1,596 +7.5% | $68,200 |
| 2021 | $1,484 -23.6% | $68,200 +14.6% |
| 2020 | $1,942 +58.7% | $59,500 |
| 2019 | $1,224 -15% | $59,500 +10% |
| 2018 | $1,440 | $54,100 |
| 2017 | $1,440 -23.2% | $54,100 +6.3% |
| 2016 | $1,876 | $50,900 -28.5% |
| 2015 | $1,876 +6.6% | $71,200 +3.6% |
| 2014 | $1,760 | $68,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $68,700 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $69,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $69,100 +8.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $63,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $63,700 -3% |
| 2008 | -- | $65,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $65,700 +34.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $48,700 +4.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $46,520 +0.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $46,440 |
| 2001 | -- | $46,440 |
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Neighborhood: River Bend
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Moulton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 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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