Built in 1891 and sitting on a corner lot across from McHenry Park, this 3,109 sq ft Victorian has the kind of bones that don't exist in new construction like the wraparound porch, tall ceilings, original architectural details, and a sprawling layout that rewards a buyer who knows what they're looking at. The main house offers 5 bedrooms and 2 baths across two floors. A separate 1 bed, 1 bath apartment with its own entrance sits between the house and the garage. The 1.5 car detached garage rounds out a property that has more going for it than most projects this size. This one needs everything - full rehab, top to bottom - and it's priced accordingly. The right buyer is someone with a vision and the patience to turn something remarkable into something extraordinary. On a quiet street, steps from the park, in an established Des Moines neighborhood - the upside here is real. Sold in AS IS condition. Cash or rehab financing only. Call your agent to schedule a tour.
Pending
$125,000
803 Oak Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
5beds
3,109sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1891
0.38 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$40/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sprawling layoutOriginal architectural detailsAcross from mchenry parkTall ceilingsCorner lotWraparound porchQuiet street
- 40 days |
- 135 |
- 5 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Heather Wright 515-229-2012,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742960
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,109
- Total interior livable area: 3,109 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Dimensions: 117 x 140
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 07004114000000
- Zoning: N5
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1891
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: $40/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $251,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,738
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 44 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,See Remarks
- Road surface type: Concrete
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,184/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/3/2026 | Listing removed | $185,000$60/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #723771 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $185,000+54.2%$60/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #723771 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2014 | Sold | $120,000-4%$39/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #427792 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2014 | Price change | $125,000-3.8%$40/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #427792 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2013 | Listed for sale | $130,000$42/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #427792 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,675 +55.3% | $251,400 +15.1% |
| 2024 | $4,298 +4.4% | $218,500 |
| 2023 | $4,118 +0.8% | $218,500 +25.1% |
| 2022 | $4,086 +5.8% | $174,700 |
| 2021 | $3,862 -3.8% | $174,700 +12.9% |
| 2020 | $4,014 +5% | $154,800 |
| 2019 | $3,824 +1% | $154,800 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $3,786 | $142,300 |
| 2017 | $3,786 +11.6% | $142,300 +10.6% |
| 2016 | $3,392 | $128,700 |
| 2015 | $3,392 -9.2% | $128,700 -16.9% |
| 2014 | $3,736 | $154,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $154,800 +0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $153,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $153,700 -6.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $164,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $164,400 +1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $162,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $162,500 +11.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $146,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $146,300 +20.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $120,990 +20.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $100,380 +3.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $96,920 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Oak Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Oak Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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