Packed with character and loaded with potential, this charming 1.5-story brick home on Des Moines' south side is ready for its next chapter. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, beautiful archways, a formal dining room flooded with natural light from an abundance of windows, and a versatile 3-season den that works perfectly as an additional family room or flex space. Outside, enjoy a private courtyard, a 2-car detached garage, and an incredibly serene fully fenced backyard surrounded by mature trees. The walkout basement offers partial finish and room for future expansion. While the home could benefit from some repairs and updates, it's priced accordingly and presents an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to build sweat equity. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, this property offers charm, space, and upside at an attractive price point.
Pending
$185,000
825 Maxwelton Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315
3beds
1,605sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.27 Acres Lot
$181,800 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful archwaysPrivate courtyard
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Listed by:
Cameron Campos (515)778-5345,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Chris Moore 515-554-4549,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742339
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,605
- Total interior livable area: 1,605 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 145
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 12000164000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
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: $115/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $249,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,702
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 32 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$181,800
$173,000 - $191,000
$1,827/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Pending sale | $185,000$115/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $185,000$115/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742339 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2026 | Pending sale | $185,000$115/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742339 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $185,000+56.1%$115/sqft |
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| 8/2/2001 | Sold | $118,500$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,194 +2.2% | $249,500 +13.9% |
| 2024 | $4,104 +6.9% | $219,100 |
| 2023 | $3,838 +0.8% | $219,100 +27.6% |
| 2022 | $3,806 +1.3% | $171,700 |
| 2021 | $3,758 -3.6% | $171,700 +7.9% |
| 2020 | $3,898 +9.4% | $159,200 |
| 2019 | $3,564 +1.2% | $159,200 +12.8% |
| 2018 | $3,522 | $141,100 |
| 2017 | $3,522 +7.7% | $141,100 +6.3% |
| 2016 | $3,270 | $132,800 |
| 2015 | $3,270 +0.6% | $132,800 -2.3% |
| 2014 | $3,252 | $135,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $135,900 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $136,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $136,700 -1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $138,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $138,800 +3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $134,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $134,300 +10.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $122,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $122,000 +5.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $115,200 +13.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $101,270 |
| 2001 | -- | $101,270 |
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Neighborhood: Watrous Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10South Union Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10Lincoln 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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