#716408, Matt Young, Listing office: Agency Iowa
1009 Luster Ln Des Moines, IA 50315
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About 1009 Luster Ln
Welcome to 1009 Luster Lane, a charming 3-bed, 1-bath ranch home in Des Moines, just steps from Blank Park Zoo! Built in 1964, this well-maintained home offers 831 sq ft of living space with a spacious full basement for extra storage or potential finishing. Enjoy an updated exterior with vinyl siding, a concrete block foundation, and a low-maintenance hip roof. The large 11,200 sq ft lot features a big backyard—perfect for entertaining or gardening—and a detached 20x22 garage built in 1983. Located in a quiet South Des Moines neighborhood with easy access to schools, parks, shopping, and the zoo, this property is ideal for first-time homebuyers or investors seeking a solid rental opportunity. Zoned N3A residential and in above-normal condition per assessor records. Don’t miss your chance to own a home in one of Des Moines' most convenient and unique locations!
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Fully Fenced, Storage
- Architectural Style: Other, Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $190,000
- Price/SqFt: $228
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,816
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From Highway 28 turn left on First St., Left on Army Post Rd to airport. Right on SW 90th St., Right on Luster Lane on the Right.
- Year Built: 1964
- Living Area: 831 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.257 Acres
- MLS Number: 715570
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Pennie Carroll & Associates
- Office Phone: (515) 490-8025
- Listing Agent: Pennie Carroll
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $160,600 | $2,816 |
2021 | $132,900 | $2,816 |
2020 | $117,400 | $2,816 |
2019 | $117,400 | $2,522 |
2018 | $103,500 | $2,522 |
2017 | $103,500 | $2,432 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Morris Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•1401 Geil Ave
4
Studebaker Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•300 E County Line Rd
3
Wright Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•5001 SW 14th 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 $38,900. 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. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Living in Des Moines, IA
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About 1009 Luster Ln
The listing price of 1009 Luster Ln property is $190,000.
The property 1009 Luster Ln is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.
Active Listing: 1009 Luster Ln is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1009 Luster Ln are: Morris Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Studebaker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wright Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), McCombs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Norwalk High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,816 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1009 Luster Ln has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1009 Luster Ln is 831 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1009 Luster Ln is 1964.
This home is located at 1009 Luster Ln in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315. This 831 square foot home, which was built in 1964, sits on a 0.26 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $190,000.
While more than 61 listings in Des Moines, IA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 69 listings sold at asking price, and more than 143 were sold below. In May 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 0.9% more homes for sale than in April. Listings spent 42 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $215,247 during the same period.