#720317, Amanda Simpson, Listing office: EXP Realty, LLC
$165,000 List price
1144 57th St Des Moines, IA 50311
2 beds
1 full
1,032 sqft
0.3 acres
$160 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1144 57th St
Perfect starter home or investment opportunity in a desirable location on a quiet street! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features freshly painted interiors, newer windows, and many updates over the years. Enjoy a spacious lot with a detached 2-car garage plus an additional 1-car garage. Great value with rental potential!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,032 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.28 Acres
Year built1890
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #721081
Garage3 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Fence, Patio
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $165,000
- Price/SqFt: $159
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,170
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: 63rd St to East on University. South on 57th Street. Home is on the right.
- Year Built: 1890
- Living Area: 1,032 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.28 Acres
- MLS Number: 721081
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Century 21 Signature
- Office Phone: (515) 214-8468
- Listing Agent: Andrew Mays
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 06, 2016 | Home Sold | $104,000 |
| May 24, 2005 | Home Sold | $88,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $164,900 | $3,170 |
| 2021 | $135,100 | $3,170 |
| 2020 | $122,300 | $3,170 |
| 2019 | $122,300 | $2,950 |
| 2018 | $110,900 | $2,950 |
| 2017 | $110,900 | $2,216 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Windsor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•5912 University Ave
2
Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2401 56th St
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•4301 College Ave
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 $84,038. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
11%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
46%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
NBA/WNBA
Symphony or Opera
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
New York & Company
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Infiniti
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Active Rock
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1144 57th St
The listing price of 1144 57th St property is $165,000.
The property 1144 57th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 1144 57th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1144 57th St are: Windsor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,170 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 6, 2016 for $104,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1144 57th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1144 57th St is 1,032 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1144 57th St is 1890.
This home is located at 1144 57th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Waveland Woods neighborhood. This 1,032 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 67 sold above asking price, over 153 sold below and more than 78 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $216,801.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.