Beautiful 4-bedroom, 2-bath split foyer home located on the south side with nearly 1,600 square feet of finished living space. Conveniently situated just minutes from downtown and within walking distance to the elementary school, this home is perfect for first-time buyers or anyone looking for comfort and convenience.
The home features newer kitchen appliances, including a gas range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Situated on a desirable corner lot, you?ll enjoy a spacious deck, fenced backyard, and attached two-car garage.
Recent updates include a newer roof, LeafGuard gutter system, and updated carpeting, making this home move-in ready and easy to maintain.
All information obtained from seller and public record.
Pending
Price cut: $5K (6/10)
$245,000
501 Trowbridge St, Des Moines, IA 50315
4beds
974sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
6,708 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated carpetingFenced backyardNewer roofSpacious deckLeafguard gutter systemGas rangeNewer kitchen appliances
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Elaine Johnson 515-223-9492,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740014
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 974
- Total interior livable area: 974 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 684
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 6,708 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 48 x 139
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 12006672002000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split-Foyer
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $252,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,759
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 60 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Pending sale | $245,000$252/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #740014 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $245,000-2%$252/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740014 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+67.8%$257/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740014 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2017 | Sold | $149,000-0.7%$153/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #536097 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2017 | Listed for sale | $150,000+3.5%$154/sqft |
Source: Realty Xperts #536097 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2009 | Listing removed | $144,900$149/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #340970 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2009 | Listed for sale | $144,900$149/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #340970 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,288 +2.2% | $252,500 +12.8% |
| 2024 | $4,196 +5.9% | $223,800 |
| 2023 | $3,962 +0.8% | $223,800 +26.4% |
| 2022 | $3,930 +0.5% | $177,000 |
| 2021 | $3,912 -3.6% | $177,000 +7% |
| 2020 | $4,060 +8.2% | $165,400 |
| 2019 | $3,754 +1.2% | $165,400 +11.6% |
| 2018 | $3,710 | $148,200 |
| 2017 | $3,710 +11% | $148,200 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $3,342 | $138,900 |
| 2015 | $3,342 +0.7% | $138,900 -2.1% |
| 2014 | $3,318 | $141,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $141,900 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $142,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $142,100 -1.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $143,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $143,900 -0.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $144,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $144,800 +14.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $126,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $126,900 +9.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $115,530 +12.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $102,650 |
| 2001 | -- | $102,650 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Watrous Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10South Union Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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
- Watrous Heights
- 501 Trowbridge St
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