Looking for a home with potential in a great location? This 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch sits on a generous 0.321-acre lot just minutes from Blank Park Zoo and close to the interstate. With 936 square feet, the layout is simple and functional, with three bedrooms that offer plenty of flexibility. It has room for improvements and personal touches—a great opportunity to add value and make it your own over time. The large backyard gives you space to play, garden, or even plan future upgrades like a deck, garage, or addition. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking for a project with potential, this home is a solid choice in a convenient area. Come take a look and see the possibilities!
For sale
$195,000
1225 Amos Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
3beds
936sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.32 Acres Lot
$190,400 Zestimate®
$208/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Room for improvementsThree bedroomsLarge backyard
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 27, 2025 at 08:58am
Listed by:
Karla Alaniz (515)897-9027,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Hernandez, Cristo 641-226-7720,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 725023
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 936
- Total interior livable area: 936 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 120/01215000000
- Zoning: N3b
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1963
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: $208/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $158,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,385
- Date on market: 8/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
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