#714665, Allison Hendershot, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
$120,000 List price
1208 Pleasant View Dr Des Moines, IA 50315
2 beds
1 full
776 sqft
0.1 acres
$155 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1208 Pleasant View Dr
Charming 2-Bedroom Home with Fenced Yard and Dry Basement! Welcome to 1208 Pleasant View Drive, a well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located in a quiet, established neighborhood on Des Moines’ southeast side. This cozy home features a bright living space, functional kitchen, and two comfortable bedrooms perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors. Enjoy peace of mind with a dry basement offering ample storage or potential for future living space. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard—great for pets, play, or entertaining—and a 1-car detached garage providing secure parking and extra space for tools or toys. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, and just minutes from downtown Des Moines. Affordable, move-in ready, and full of potential—don’t miss your chance to own this gem!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size776 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.138 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #722858
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $120,000
- Price/SqFt: $154
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,182
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: West onto Pleasant View Dr. from SW 9th. Home on South side of the road
- Year Built: 1920
- Living Area: 776 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.138 Acres
- MLS Number: 722858
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency
- Office Phone: (641) 891-8178
- Listing Agent: Christopher Foster
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2012 | Home Sold | $72,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $124,900 | $2,182 |
| 2021 | $107,000 | $2,182 |
| 2020 | $93,000 | $2,182 |
| 2019 | $93,000 | $2,008 |
| 2018 | $84,200 | $2,008 |
| 2017 | $84,200 | $1,864 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Park Avenue Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•3141 SW 9th St
4
Jefferson Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2425 Watrous Ave
1
South Union Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•4201 S Union 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 $72,642. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type 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
46%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
12%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
40%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Soccer
Symphony or Opera
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Burlington
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
Wingstop
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Nissan
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Christian Adult Contemporary
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1208 Pleasant View Dr
The listing price of 1208 Pleasant View Dr property is $120,000.
The property 1208 Pleasant View Dr is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.
Active Listing: 1208 Pleasant View Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1208 Pleasant View Dr are: Park Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Union Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,182 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 17, 2012 for $72,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1208 Pleasant View Dr has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1208 Pleasant View Dr is 776 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1208 Pleasant View Dr is 1920.
This home is located at 1208 Pleasant View Dr in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Gray's Lake neighborhood. This 776 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $120,000.
In June 2025 more than 67 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 78 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 153 were sold below. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $216,801, while the average time on the real estate market was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.