Charming Beaverdale Cottage – 4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,114 Sq. Ft. Unlock the full potential of this 1.5-story bungalow in the heart of the iconic Beaverdale neighborhood. This 1918-built home offers significantly more living space than meets the eye, blending vintage character with modern functional updates. Enjoy a cozy main-floor living room anchored by a classic brick fireplace, plus a separate lower-level family room perfect for movie nights or a play area. Two bedrooms on the main level and a spacious finished upper-level suite that serves as a private third bedroom or home office. The lower level has a spacious non-conforming bedroom. Fully Finished Basement with a complete build-out, featuring a second full bathroom for added convenience. A dedicated laundry room comes with wash/dry units included. Organization is easy with a large walk-in closet specifically designed for extra storage. Exterior & Outdoor Living Oversized Lot: Situated on a generous 0.2-acre lot, offering a much larger footprint than many surrounding properties. Private Backyard: A fully fenced yard provides security and privacy, complemented by a private deck for outdoor dining. Parking & Gear: Includes a 1-car detached garage, ensuring plenty of off-street parking and protection from the elements. Location & Opportunity Located just minutes from the local shops and restaurants of the Beaverdale area, this home is a rare find. Seller will consider a contract purchase.
For sale
Price increase: $20K (2/10)
$315,000
1618 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,297sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
8,494.2 Square Feet Lot
$310,500 Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Separate lower-level family roomSpacious finished upper-level suiteClassic brick fireplace
- 17 days |
- 1,858 |
- 100 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 14, 2026 at 10:28am
Listed by:
June Mackay (515)314-1726,
Stevens Realty
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734142
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,297
- Total interior livable area: 1,297 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 8,494.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 170
Details
- Parcel number: 10013025000000
- Zoning: N4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $243/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $177,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,720
- Date on market: 2/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$310,500
$295,000 - $326,000
$1,687/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/10/2026 | Price change | $315,000+6.8%$243/sqft |
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| 1/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $295,000+102.1%$227/sqft |
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| 6/25/2025 | Sold | $146,000+16.8%$113/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Pending sale | $125,000$96/sqft |
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| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $125,000$96/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,156 -5.5% | $177,900 |
| 2023 | $3,338 +0.8% | $177,900 +18.2% |
| 2022 | $3,310 +3.6% | $150,500 |
| 2021 | $3,196 -3.6% | $150,500 +10.1% |
| 2020 | $3,316 +7.9% | $136,700 |
| 2019 | $3,072 +1.3% | $136,700 +11.3% |
| 2018 | $3,034 | $122,800 |
| 2017 | $3,034 +16.7% | $122,800 +13.8% |
| 2016 | $2,600 | $107,900 +0.5% |
| 2015 | $2,600 +11.7% | $107,400 +7.6% |
| 2014 | $2,328 | $99,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $99,800 +0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $99,400 -6.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $106,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $106,500 +4.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $101,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $101,800 -1.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $103,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $103,200 +8.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $94,740 +14.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $82,930 |
| 2001 | -- | $82,930 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,020/mo
Principal & interest
$1624
Property taxes
$396
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Beaverdale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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.







