Step into a rare value-add opportunity with this grand Victorian gem—an investor’s dream with serious upside potential. Boasting nearly 3,000 square feet, this historically rich property offers the perfect canvas for a high-impact flip or income-producing transformation. Once a cornerstone of this iconic neighborhood, the home has functioned as both a spacious single-family residence and a multiplex, giving savvy buyers multiple exit strategies.
With 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the scale alone opens the door for strong resale margins or rental income optimization. Original character and architectural charm are waiting to be revived, making this an ideal project for flippers or investors looking to capitalize on both historic appeal and modern demand.
Opportunities like this don’t come around often—bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this standout property. Sold AS IS.
Sold for $95,000
Zestimate®
$95,000
542 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
6beds
2,954sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7,710.12 Square Feet Lot
$95,000 Zestimate®
$32/sqft
$2,144 Estimated rent
Home value
$95,000
$90,000 - $100,000
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Grand victorian gem
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Listed by:
Jeff Kinion (515)577-1941,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with:
Sarah Shaffer
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733556
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,954
- Total interior livable area: 2,954 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Carport, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,710 sqft
- Dimensions: 70 x 110
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 07002272000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Sold | $95,000-5%$32/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Pending sale | $100,000$34/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $100,000$34/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Pending sale | $100,000$34/sqft |
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| 3/23/2026 | Price change | $100,000-16.6%$34/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Price change | $119,900-7.7%$41/sqft |
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| 2/16/2026 | Price change | $129,900-13.3%$44/sqft |
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| 1/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,900+1706%$51/sqft |
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| 4/6/2006 | Sold | $8,300$3/sqft |
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| 9/28/2004 | Sold | $8,300-69.8%$3/sqft |
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| 12/20/2002 | Sold | $27,500$9/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,106 +2% | $177,500 +14.7% |
| 2024 | $3,044 +9.4% | $154,700 |
| 2023 | $2,782 +0.8% | $154,700 +31.1% |
| 2022 | $2,760 +7.3% | $118,000 |
| 2021 | $2,572 -3.7% | $118,000 +14.5% |
| 2020 | $2,672 +8.1% | $103,100 |
| 2019 | $2,472 +1% | $103,100 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $2,448 | $92,000 |
| 2017 | $2,448 +10.2% | $92,000 +9.1% |
| 2016 | $2,222 | $84,300 |
| 2015 | $2,222 +9.9% | $84,300 +6.7% |
| 2014 | $2,022 | $79,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $79,000 -3.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $81,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $81,800 -9.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $90,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $90,100 +5.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $85,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $85,700 +27% |
| 2006 | -- | $67,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $67,500 +18.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $57,110 +12.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $50,720 |
| 2001 | -- | $50,720 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Union Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Findley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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