Sold for $227,000 on 12/03/25
Zestimate®
$227,000
1207 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
2beds
1,020sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
8,450 Square Feet Lot
$227,000 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$1,163 Estimated rent
Home value
$227,000
$216,000 - $238,000
$1,163/mo
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What's special
Beautiful bungalow-style home on Des Moines' southside filled with character and charm while also boasting timeless updates throughout. As you walk through the front porch, you'll step into the living room that boasts a large fireplace with hearth. It's the perfect spot for coffee in the morning or movies at night. Off the main living area, you'll find two bedrooms anchored by the updated bathroom. But wait, it gets better. As you head into the kitchen, you will love the high quality, updated (and bright!) white kitchen. It's the heart of the home and it's a place that you will love to make memories in. Step out the back of the kitchen and you'll find even more living space that's perfect for a dining table or just a flex room. Outside the home you'll appreciate the large deck and driveway to make entertaining guests easy! We said there's more. There is. Check out the garage! It's 24'x30' with 9-ft ceilings, PLUS it's heated AND cooled which leads to boundless opportunities there. Make it a gym, a shop, a bar or just use it for parking your vehicles. Either way, it's just icing on the beautiful cake that is this home! All information obtained from seller and public records.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 03, 2025 at 10:19am
Listed by:
Andrew Springer 515-223-9492,
RE/MAX Precision,
Tyler Springer,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Heather Wright
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 724389
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & 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, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,020
- Total interior livable area: 1,020 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,450 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 169
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 12002934000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2025 | Sold | $227,000-3.4%$223/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Pending sale | $234,900$230/sqft |
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| 10/27/2025 | Price change | $234,900-2.1%$230/sqft |
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| 9/8/2025 | Price change | $239,900-2%$235/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Price change | $244,900-2%$240/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,998 +7.8% | $162,900 |
| 2023 | $2,782 +0.9% | $162,900 +28.4% |
| 2022 | $2,758 +1% | $126,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Watrous South
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Wright Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 1/10Lincoln 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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