Welcome to this charming, adorable, and affordable home nestled on a beautiful street near Union Park! This historic craftsman bungalow, dating back to 1930, offers over 1300 sq ft of finished space. Start your day with a cup of coffee on the sunlit 3-season porch. The spacious living room seamlessly connects to the dining room, featuring stunning hardwood flooring. Two roomy bedrooms are just steps away. As a bonus, the finished attic space can serve as a playroom, office, or an additional bedroom. Enjoy your evenings in the private backyard with a patio and don't overlook the fantastic 2-car detached garage! Take note of the significant updates completed in recent years, including appliances, windows, HVAC, water heater, bathroom stub in the basement and roof. With utilities costing only $133 a month, this home is a wise investment.
Sold for $205,110 on 11/01/23
$205,110
1505 Wilson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
3beds
1,305sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
8,450.64 Square Feet Lot
$215,400 Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$1,433 Estimated rent
Home value
$215,400
$205,000 - $226,000
$1,433/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 01, 2023 at 12:21pm
Listed by:
Gina Swanson (515)224-4002,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Isaiah Thomas
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 681963
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,305
- Total interior livable area: 1,305 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fence, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Partial
Lot
- Size: 8,450 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 169
Details
- Parcel number: 11004651000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 11/1/2023 | Sold | $205,110+2.6%$157/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #681963 | ||
| 9/18/2023 | Pending sale | $200,000$153/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #681963 | ||
| 9/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $200,000+68.1%$153/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #681963 | ||
| 6/6/2014 | Sold | $119,000-0.8%$91/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #423657 | ||
| 4/2/2014 | Price change | $119,900-1.6%$92/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #423657 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,054 -1.9% | $165,700 |
| 2023 | $3,114 +0.8% | $165,700 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $3,088 +7.2% | $141,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Union Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Cattell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Goodrell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 2/10North 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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