Looking for space to spread out without leaving town? This solid brick 2-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a rare, nearly 1.5-acre lot just outside city limits—offering in-town convenience without the usual restrictions. There’s plenty of potential inside the home, but the real star here is outside—think room for your tools, toys, and every weekend project you've been putting off. The yard is lined with mature trees, giving you privacy and plenty of space to garden, play, or just hang out in the fresh air. Whether you're into woodworking, car tinkering, or just want some breathing room, this property checks the boxes.
For sale
$165,000
885 NW 43rd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
750sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
1.48 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Solid brick
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 11:52am
Listed by:
Katie Brockman (641)218-4684,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 723363
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 750
- Total interior livable area: 750 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 1.48 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 270/01004001004
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $168,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,186
- Date on market: 7/31/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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