4 beds/3 baths on 1/2 ACRE in town at a great price, DM SW. Completely updated inside & out and redesigned floor plan. You're greeted with a large new covered front porch. Step in the front door to the big living room, open floor plan that flows to the dining area & new kitchen with Quartz countertops, stainless appliances, pantry, main floor laundry area and half bath. The primary bedroom with En suite bathroom completes the main floor. Upstairs; 3 more bedrooms and a beautiful full bath. New drywall, HVAC system. All new plumbing (supply & drains). Newer electric service to the house and updated lines throughout the home. New insulation in all walls and ceilings. New windows 2023. Newer siding. All new doors interior & exterior. New cabinets, bathroom vanities & tops. New flooring throughout. Newer sewer and water main was installed in 2007. Covered patio area off the kitchen. This home is perfect for entertaining, and did I mention the large, park-like yard? Almost half acre ready for you to create your play space, add your garage and garden. Seller has applied for city Tax Abatement, 10 years, and begins February 2024.
Sold for $232,000
$232,000
923 McKinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
4beds
1,440sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.5 Acres Lot
$247,000 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$1,960 Estimated rent
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$247,000
$235,000 - $262,000
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New plumbingNew drywallNew windowsNew insulationNew kitchenNew cabinetsPark-like yard
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Listed by:
Tracey Bills-Downey (515)249-9734,
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Bought with:
Brett Opdahl
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Mike Slavin
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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 677476
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Patio
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Dimensions: 110 x 196
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 120/00129000002 & 120/00129000001
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,Two Story
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
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: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $217,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,311
- Date on market: 6/30/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 104 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2023 | Sold | $232,000-3.3%$161/sqft |
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| 10/20/2023 | Pending sale | $239,900$167/sqft |
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| 10/6/2023 | Price change | $239,900-1.5%$167/sqft |
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| 8/25/2023 | Price change | $243,500-2.6%$169/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #677476 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2023 | Price change | $249,900-1.9%$174/sqft |
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| 7/17/2023 | Price change | $254,700-1.3%$177/sqft |
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| 6/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $258,000+416%$179/sqft |
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| 11/25/2020 | Sold | $50,000-5.5%$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2020 | Pending sale | $52,900$37/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $52,900+18.9%$37/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2020 | Sold | $44,500$31/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $784 +1.8% | $217,100 +12.7% |
| 2024 | $770 +62.4% | $192,600 +392.6% |
| 2023 | $474 -50.7% | $39,100 -4.9% |
| 2022 | $962 -60.8% | $41,100 |
| 2021 | $2,454 -3.7% | $41,100 -58.2% |
| 2020 | $2,548 +9.6% | $98,300 |
| 2019 | $2,324 +1% | $98,300 +13.6% |
| 2018 | $2,302 | $86,500 |
| 2017 | $2,302 +8.7% | $86,500 +7.6% |
| 2016 | $2,118 | $80,400 |
| 2015 | $2,118 +11.9% | $80,400 +8.8% |
| 2014 | $1,892 | $73,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $73,900 +0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $73,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $73,300 -10% |
| 2010 | -- | $81,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $81,400 +4.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $78,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $78,100 +11.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $70,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $70,200 +4.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $67,090 +12.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $59,420 |
| 2001 | -- | $59,420 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Watrous South
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Wright Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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