$2,292 Closing Credit¹
#711110, Beatriz Sosa, Listing Office: RE/MAX Revolution
$235,000 List price
118 E Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315
$2,791
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
764 sqft
0.4 acres
$308 / sqft
House
Property details
About 118 E Watrous Ave
FULLY UPDATED! You will love walking into this unexpected open floor plan. This newly remodeled two bedroom bungalow has everything you will need. All new Electrical, Plumbing, Appliances, Kitchen, Bathroom, Flooring, Lighting, Roof, Windows, Furnace, A/C, Hot Water Heater & Insulated Walls. Plus a large fenced in back yard with an extra large garage. Garage is two car lengths deep. Comes with added workshop area & its own power source capable to 100/120 amp. There is the opportunity to purchase the connecting lot to make your property .866 acres. This home will be worry free for years to come.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size764 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.433 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #711216
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- MLS Number: 711216
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
- Office Phone: (515) 371-5979
- Listing Agent: Libby Anderson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2012 | Home Sold | $75,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,500 | $2,284 |
| 2021 | $68,200 | $2,284 |
| 2020 | $88,100 | $2,284 |
| 2019 | $88,100 | $1,792 |
| 2018 | $79,400 | $1,792 |
| 2017 | $79,400 | $1,612 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
South Union Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•4201 S Union St
3
Park Avenue Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•3141 SW 9th St
3
Howe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•2900 Indianola 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 $65,217. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
22%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
38%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Soccer
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Burlington
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
Wingstop
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Nissan
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Christian Adult Contemporary
Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
Living in Des Moines, IA
About 118 E Watrous Ave
This home is located at 118 E Watrous Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315. This 764 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.43 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $235,000.
Des Moines, IA housing market in January 2025 saw over 19 listings sold above listed price, more than 27 sold at listed price and over 88 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 3.9% between December and January 2025. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 46 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,388.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.