$2,488 Closing Credit¹
#710554, Jenny Farrell, Listing Office: RE/MAX Concepts
$235,000 List price
1235 Payton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315
$2,791
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,582 sqft
0.3 acres
$149 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1235 Payton Ave
Full of charm and character, this beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bath home on the south side of Des Moines offers comfortable living inside and out. The main level features a cozy living area, one bedroom, and a spacious full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find a second bedroom with a large walk-in closet. The partially finished basement provides additional living space, perfect for a family room or hangout spot. Step outside to a gorgeous fenced-in backyard, ideal for relaxing or entertaining on warm summer nights.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,582 sqft
Lot size0.288 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #717642
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceElectric
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Fireplace: Electric
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fire Pit
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $235,000
- Price/SqFt: $148
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,762
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From Fleur Dr. turn east on to payton Ave. Home is on the north side of the road.
- Year Built: 1930
- Living Area: 1,582 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.288 Acres
- MLS Number: 717642
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Century 21 Signature
- Office Phone: (641) 891-2862
- Listing Agent: Tyler Weyers
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2021 | Home Sold | $192,000 |
| Jul 18, 2014 | Home Sold | $48,500 |
| Oct 24, 2007 | Home Sold | $86,500 |
| Jul 13, 2005 | Home Sold | $116,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $211,200 | $3,762 |
| 2021 | $172,500 | $3,762 |
| 2020 | $153,900 | $3,762 |
| 2019 | $153,900 | $3,480 |
| 2018 | $139,500 | $3,480 |
| 2017 | $139,500 | $3,192 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Morris Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•1401 Geil Ave
3
Wright Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•5001 SW 14th St
1
South Union Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 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 $40,625. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
42%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
41%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
15%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Horse Races
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Burlington
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
LongHorn Steakhouse
Church's Chicken
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Chevrolet
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Inspirational
Urban Adult Contemporary
Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1235 Payton Ave
The listing price of 1235 Payton Ave property is $235,000.
The property 1235 Payton Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.
Sale Pending: 1235 Payton Ave is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 1235 Payton Ave are: Morris Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wright Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South Union Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), McCombs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Weeks 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 $3,762 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 30, 2021 for $192,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1235 Payton Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1235 Payton Ave is 1,582 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1235 Payton Ave is 1930.
This home is located at 1235 Payton Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Watrous South neighborhood. This 1,582 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $235,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 49 sold above asking price, over 141 sold below and more than 58 were sold right at the asked price. In April 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7.2% more homes for sale than in March. Listings spent 41 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $215,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.