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  • $230,000

    1235 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    4beds
    1,594sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    6,229.08 Square Feet Lot
    $226,200 Zestimate®
    $144/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Modern finishesPlenty of characterSpacious livingWarm and inviting space
    This beautifully flipped two-story home in downtown Des Moines offers 1,594 square feet of spacious living with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Thoughtfully updated throughout, it blends modern finishes with plenty of character, creating a warm and inviting space perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. With its prime downtown location, you’ll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and all the amenities the city has to offer. Don’t miss your chance to call this stunning home yours!
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 27, 2025 at 05:34am

    Listed by:

    Mariela Mendoza (515)612-3389,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM,

    Junior Ibarra 515-497-8133,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 725576MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
    Features
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,594
    • Total interior livable area: 1,594 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    Lot
    • Size: 6,229.08 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50 x 125
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 080/05997000000
    • Zoning: N5

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Two Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1890

    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: $144/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $92,700
    • Annual tax amount: $1,966
    • Date on market: 9/4/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 53 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Estimated market value

    $226,200

    $215,000 - $238,000

    $1,796/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    10/27/2025Listed for sale$230,000$144/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem
    9/11/2025Pending sale$230,000$144/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem
    9/4/2025Listed for sale$230,000+248.5%$144/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem
    1/17/2025Sold$66,000+4048.3%$41/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #705681 Report a problem
    6/21/2024Sold$1,591-89%$1/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$2,713 -14.6%$92,700
    2023$3,177 +126.6%$92,700 +34.5%
    2022$1,402 +61.1%$68,900

    Find assessor info on the county website

    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $1,282/mo
    Principal & interest
    $892
    Property taxes
    $309
    Home insurance
    $81

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: River Bend

      Nearby schools

      GreatSchools rating
      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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