Welcome home to this charming two-story offering plenty of space inside and out! The upper level features 4 bedrooms and a full bathroom, while a convenient half bath is located on the main floor. The functional kitchen offers abundant cabinet and counter space along with a dishwasher, stove, microwave, and refrigerator. A pass-through counter connects the kitchen to the dining area, and a sliding door provides easy access to the fully fenced backyard. Perfect for entertaining, pets, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Downstairs, the lower level adds even more living space and features a wet bar. Add your own creative touch and create a great spot for movie nights, game days, or gatherings. The oversized two-car detached garage offers plenty of additional space. Major exterior updates include the roof and siding in 2022, and the washer and dryer can stay! Conveniently located on Des Moines' south side near Target, Aldi, Walmart, Hy-Vee, coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and everyday amenities. With four bedrooms, multiple living spaces, a fenced yard, and a fantastic location, this home has so much to offer!
For sale
Price cut: $2.5K (9/12)
$237,500
509 E Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
4beds
1,484sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
0.27 Acres Lot
$231,600 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 58 days
- 285
- 22
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Andrew Goodall (515)988-5522,
Goodall Properties LLC,
Jasmine Peters,
Goodall Properties LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747065
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,484
- Total interior livable area: 1,484 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 65 x 181
Details
- Parcel number: 12002818016000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $243,900
- Annual tax amount: $4,520
- Date on market: 8/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 59 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$231,600
$220,000 - $243,000
$1,751/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2026 | Price change | $237,500-1%$160/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $240,000+4.3%$162/sqft |
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| 6/28/2025 | Listing removed | $1,645$1/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Price change | $1,645-13.2%$1/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Price change | $1,895-4.1%$1/sqft |
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| 4/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,975$1/sqft |
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| 2/20/2024 | Sold | $230,000-2.5%$155/sqft |
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| 1/15/2024 | Pending sale | $236,000$159/sqft |
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| 1/15/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/7/2023 | Price change | $236,000+0.4%$159/sqft |
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| 10/10/2023 | Price change | $235,000-2.1%$158/sqft |
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| 9/19/2023 | Price change | $240,000-2%$162/sqft |
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| 7/28/2023 | Price change | $245,000-2%$165/sqft |
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| 7/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $250,000$168/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,520 +7% | $243,900 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $4,224 +3.3% | $225,200 |
| 2023 | $4,090 +0.8% | $225,200 +23.5% |
| 2022 | $4,056 +0.2% | $182,400 |
| 2021 | $4,046 -3.6% | $182,400 +6.9% |
| 2020 | $4,198 +10.4% | $170,700 |
| 2019 | $3,804 +1.1% | $170,700 +13.7% |
| 2018 | $3,762 | $150,100 |
| 2017 | $3,762 +8.1% | $150,100 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $3,480 | $140,800 |
| 2015 | $3,480 +1.2% | $140,800 -1.7% |
| 2014 | $3,438 | $143,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $143,200 +0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $142,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $142,500 -0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $143,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $143,700 +1.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $141,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $141,000 +12.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $125,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $125,600 +8.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $115,570 +14.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $101,010 |
| 2001 | -- | $101,010 |
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Neighborhood: South Park
Nearby schools
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.





