Welcome to this cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home nestled on over a third of an acre, offering an incredible amount of space that's hard to come by in this area. The home features an open and inviting layout, ideal for easy living. This property offers endless possibilities with its expansive lot, complete with an oversized two-stall garage and a workshop space perfect for DIY enthusiasts or extra storage. In addition, you'll find an enclosed outbuilding, perfect for a variety of uses, and an additional structure for excess storage! New AC was installed in 2023 as well as new insulation in the home. Schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $140,000
$140,000
4821 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315
1beds
532sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.38 Acres Lot
$116,300 Zestimate®
$263/sqft
$926 Estimated rent
Home value
$116,300
$109,000 - $124,000
$926/mo
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Enclosed outbuildingWorkshop spaceOpen and inviting layoutExpansive lotOversized two-stall garage
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Listed by:
Dan Rozga (515)494-6241,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Kristina Sharp
Iowa Realty Altoona
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 712856
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full 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: Laminate
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 532
- Total interior livable area: 532 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Exterior features: Fence, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 12003265001000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2025 | Sold | $140,000$263/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #712856 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Pending sale | $140,000$263/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #712856 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $140,000+20.9%$263/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #712856 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2022 | Sold | $115,800-1%$218/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #656213 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2022 | Pending sale | $117,000$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #656213 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $117,000+23300%$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #656213 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2010 | Sold | $500-99.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2004 | Sold | $58,000$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,148 +2.1% | $120,500 +12.6% |
| 2024 | $2,104 +15.7% | $107,000 |
| 2023 | $1,818 +0.9% | $107,000 +24.4% |
| 2022 | $1,802 +7.1% | $86,000 |
| 2021 | $1,682 -3.4% | $86,000 +13.2% |
| 2020 | $1,742 +8.2% | $76,000 |
| 2019 | $1,610 +1.4% | $76,000 +11.1% |
| 2018 | $1,588 | $68,400 |
| 2017 | $1,588 +10.6% | $68,400 +8.2% |
| 2016 | $1,436 | $63,200 |
| 2015 | $1,436 +10.6% | $63,200 +6% |
| 2014 | $1,298 | $59,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $59,600 -5.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $63,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $63,000 -4.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fort Des Moines
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10South Union Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10McCombs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50315
- Fort Des Moines
- 4821 S Union St