Come check out this two bedroom, one bathroom home that is perfect for either a first time home buyer or investor! Whether you’re looking to move in and personalize or searching for an instant equity opportunity with a bit of tlc and updating. The main floor boasts hardwood floors throughout, two bedrooms, full bathroom, living room, kitchen, and dining room. The basement level offers a 3rd non conforming bedroom as well as ample storage space. The property includes a fully fenced in yard and 1 car detached garage. Nestled in a quiet yet convenient location near highland park/oak park neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $155,000
$155,000
820 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
2beds
872sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
6,882.48 Square Feet Lot
$153,700 Zestimate®
$178/sqft
$1,283 Estimated rent
Home value
$153,700
$144,000 - $164,000
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Basement levelHardwood floorsFully fenced in yardAmple storage space
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Listed by:
Cassie Day (641)777-5077,
Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency
Bought with:
Beatris Mayorga
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 715161
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 872
- Total interior livable area: 872 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 130
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 6,882 sqft
- Dimensions: 61 x 113
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11003474000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2025 | Sold | $155,000$178/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #715161 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2025 | Pending sale | $155,000$178/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #715161 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $155,000+29.3%$178/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #715161 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2018 | Sold | $119,900$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #561959 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $119,900+39.4%$138/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty #561959 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2013 | Sold | $86,000-3.9%$99/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #407953 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2012 | Listed for sale | $89,500$103/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #407953 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,432 +2.2% | $149,200 +13.5% |
| 2024 | $2,380 -1.7% | $131,400 |
| 2023 | $2,420 +0.8% | $131,400 +17.7% |
| 2022 | $2,400 +6.3% | $111,600 |
| 2021 | $2,258 -3.5% | $111,600 +12.6% |
| 2020 | $2,340 +6.6% | $99,100 |
| 2019 | $2,196 +1.3% | $99,100 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $2,168 | $90,200 |
| 2017 | $2,168 +5.6% | $90,200 +4% |
| 2016 | $2,054 | $86,700 |
| 2015 | $2,054 -3.1% | $86,700 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $2,120 | $82,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $82,800 -7% |
| 2012 | -- | $89,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $89,000 -4.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $93,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $93,400 +6.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $87,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $87,800 +6.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $82,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $82,200 +11% |
| 2003 | -- | $74,060 +24.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $59,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $59,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Highland Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Madison Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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- Polk County
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- 50316
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- 820 E Seneca Ave
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