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  • $279,900

    1526 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

    4beds
    2,012sqft
    Residential
    Built in 1921
    7,579 Square Feet Lot
    $279,900 Zestimate®
    $139/sqft
    $1,751 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $279,900

    $263,000 - $297,000

    $1,751/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    ATTENTION...CHANGE IN PLANS: We will only be having 1 open house on Tuesday June 15 from 4-7pm. Offers will be accepted until 9pm Tuesday June 15. 1526 is located on one of the most picturesque streets in the Grand View neighborhood. Thompson Ave is lined with sycamore trees, charming bungalows, and wider than the surrounding streets. Your new home is the perfect compliment as it is 1.5 stories of charming bungalow. The brand new kitchen has stainless steel appliances, island and quartz countertops. The brand new bath has a walk in shower, double vanity with quartz countertop and main floor laundry. 2nd floor suite for an in house roommate with kitchenette and full bath, or a great place for children's bedrooms and playroom with all new carpet. Windows have been updated. New electrical panel and a roof with plenty of life. Hardwoods, LVP, built-in's and original trim make this home a real gem. The full basement has high ceilings and entirely painted white where is an exercise room and workshop area. The backyard is an oasis with a good sized yard, paver patio and pretty landscaping. The double garage connects to the patio and has a built in workbench. This house won't last long on the market so be sure to attend the open house!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/4 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Tile
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,012 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached, Off-street, On-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Other
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City
    Lot
    • Size: 7,579 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 11003368000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Residential
    Materials
    • wood frame
    • Foundation: Masonry
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1921

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: City

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Other

    Other facts
    • MLS: Des Moines
    • Exterior: Frame
    • Heat Source: Natural
    • Property Sub Type: Residential
    • Property Type: Residential
    • Interior Features: Tile
    • Lot Shape: Regular
    • Sewer: City
    • Trim: Oak, Paint
    • Water: City
    • Driveway: Concrete
    • Foundation: Brick
    • Style: 1.5 Story
    • Sellers Request: 0
    • Last Change Type: Pending
    • Geocode Source: PxPoint
    • Parcel Number: 11003368000000

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/6/2021Sold$254,500+6.2%$126/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #636042
    6/17/2021Pending sale$239,700$119/sqft
    Source: Owner
    6/9/2021Listed for sale$239,700+28.2%$119/sqft
    Source: Owner
    3/7/2019Sold$187,000-1.1%$93/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #575861
    2/16/2019Pending sale$189,000$94/sqft
    Source: WB Realty Company #575861

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$4,830 -3.8%$256,000
    2023$5,022 +16.1%$256,000 +15.3%
    2022$4,326 +7.6%$222,000 +14.5%

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    Neighborhood: Union Park

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Des Moines Independent

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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