$1,899 Closing Credit¹
#717602, Jessica Kiester, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
$165,000 List price
1004 Emma Ave Des Moines, IA 50315
$1,959
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,521 sqft
0.2 acres
$108 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1004 Emma Ave
Situated on a spacious lot with beautiful mature trees, this property offers both privacy and a great sense of space. The main floor features an enclosed front porch, living room, bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen, and dining room. Upstairs, you'll find a second bedroom, a half bath, and a flexible bonus space perfect for a home office, playroom, or potential third bedroom. Off the back, there's an enclosed porch with two sliding glass doors that lead out to the wraparound deck. The partially fenced-in backyard provides a safe and private outdoor area for kids, pets, or gardening. A detached 1-stall garage offers space for parking and storage. Priced under assessed value! Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming home your own. Located in the NFC (Neighborhood Finance Corporation) area and may be eligible for loans and grants. Home is being sold as-is.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,521 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.235 Acres
Year built1910
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #718124
Garage1 space
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Dining Area
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fence
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $165,000
- Price/SqFt: $108
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,432
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From I-235 take SW 9th St heading South to Emma Ave, then west to home.
- Year Built: 1910
- Living Area: 1,521 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.235 Acres
- MLS Number: 718124
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
- Office Phone: (515) 577-5530
- Listing Agent: Trevor Gearhart
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 02, 2020 | Home Sold | $130,000 |
| Apr 02, 2019 | Home Sold | $77,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $178,800 | $3,432 |
| 2021 | $142,700 | $3,432 |
| 2020 | $132,400 | $3,432 |
| 2019 | $132,400 | $2,786 |
| 2018 | $116,800 | $2,786 |
| 2017 | $116,800 | $2,624 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Wright Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•5001 SW 14th St
1
South Union Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•4201 S Union St
3
Park Avenue Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•3141 SW 9th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $56,479. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
69%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
46%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Horse Races
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Stein Mart
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
LongHorn Steakhouse
Wingstop
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Buick
Nissan
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Contemporary Inspirational
Christian Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1004 Emma Ave
The listing price of 1004 Emma Ave property is $165,000.
The property 1004 Emma Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.
Active Listing: 1004 Emma Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1004 Emma Ave are: Wright Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South Union Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Park Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), McCombs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,432 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 2, 2020 for $130,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1004 Emma Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1004 Emma Ave is 1,521 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1004 Emma Ave is 1910.
This home is located at 1004 Emma Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Watrous South neighborhood. This 1,521 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.
Des Moines, IA housing market in May 2025 saw over 61 listings sold above listed price, more than 69 sold at listed price and over 143 sold below. In May 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 0.9% more homes for sale than in April. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 42 days, the median list price was $215,247.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.