Prime investment opportunity just minutes from downtown Des Moines. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,804 sq ft and sits on an expansive .75 acre lot providing ample room to build a garage, shop, or large Morton-style building, with plenty of space left to spare. Rare chance to secure a large parcel so close to city amenities, employment, dining, and entertainment. Strong potential for those with vision.
For sale
$115,000
302 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
4beds
1,804sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
0.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$64/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 150 days |
- 1,492 |
- 68 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cameron Campos (515)778-5345,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Chris Moore 515-554-4549,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734129
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,804
- Total interior livable area: 1,804 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Dimensions: 92 x 353
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 01001277000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1918
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: $64/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $92,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,745
- Date on market: 2/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 150 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
$1,913/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/23/2026 | Price change | $115,000-4.2%$64/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $120,000-4%$67/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Price change | $125,000-3.8%$69/sqft |
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| 2/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000+326.2%$72/sqft |
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| 12/12/2008 | Sold | $30,500$17/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,226 +33.7% | $92,600 +9.5% |
| 2024 | $1,664 +4.8% | $84,600 |
| 2023 | $1,588 +0.8% | $84,600 +25.5% |
| 2022 | $1,576 +7.8% | $67,400 |
| 2021 | $1,462 -3.8% | $67,400 +15% |
| 2020 | $1,520 +47.6% | $58,600 |
| 2019 | $1,030 +1.2% | $58,600 +53% |
| 2018 | $1,018 | $38,300 |
| 2017 | $1,018 +10.4% | $38,300 +9.4% |
| 2016 | $922 | $35,000 |
| 2015 | $922 +8.5% | $35,000 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $850 | $33,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $33,200 +0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $33,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $33,100 -11% |
| 2010 | -- | $37,200 -59.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $91,700 -7.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $99,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $99,200 +12.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $88,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $88,500 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $82,080 +26.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $64,690 |
| 2001 | -- | $64,690 |
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Monthly payment
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Payment breakdown
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$1,547Mortgage insurance
$0Property taxes
$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
$0Utilities
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Indianola Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10McKinley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Weeks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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