$3,383 Closing Credit¹
#709841, Pennie Carroll, Listing Office: Pennie Carroll & Associates
$255,000 List price
1300 Shawnee Ave Des Moines, IA 50313
$3,028
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,510 sqft
0.2 acres
$169 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1300 Shawnee Ave
Welcome to your new home in Oak Park! This beautifully maintained four-bedroom, tw-bathroom home sits on a corner lot, featuring a stunning retaining wall with convenient steps leading to the garage. Step inside and feel right at home in the oversized living room, where hardwood floors and large windows flood the space with natural light. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space and all appliances stay-ready for your first home-cooked meal. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious primary bedroom with a bonus area perfect for an office, gym, or reading nook. The main level features a generously sized second bedroom, while two additional bedrooms-one with built-in drawers, cabinets, and a desk-offer flexibility for guests, hobbies, or a growing family. Additional highlights include: a security system for peace of mind; lower-level bathroom; and ample storage throughout the home. Enjoy outdoor living in the fully fenced backyard, ideal for pets or kids to play safely. RElax in the hot tub, which stays with the home-chemicals included! A one- car garage adds convenience, and the entire property shows pride of ownership. This home is move- in ready and just waiting for your personal touches. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make this house your forever home!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,510 sqft
Lot size0.189 Acres
Year built1953
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #718854
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Fence
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $255,000
- Price/SqFt: $168
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,726
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: South on NW 2nd St from the I80; west on NW Aurora; south on 12th St; west on Shawnee Avenue to home
- Year Built: 1953
- Living Area: 1,510 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.189 Acres
- MLS Number: 718854
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Century 21 Signature
- Office Phone: (515) 974-9071
- Listing Agent: Cathy McAulay
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $208,700 | $3,726 |
| 2021 | $170,200 | $3,726 |
| 2020 | $152,500 | $3,726 |
| 2019 | $152,500 | $3,542 |
| 2018 | $141,900 | $3,542 |
| 2017 | $141,900 | $3,280 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Oak Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•3928 6th Ave
4
Findley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•3025 Oxford St
4
Madison Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•806 Hoffman 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 $43,028. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
40%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Horse Races
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Stein Mart
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
LongHorn Steakhouse
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Buick
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Contemporary Inspirational
Adult Hits
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Frequently asked questions
About 1300 Shawnee Ave
The listing price of 1300 Shawnee Ave property is $255,000.
The property 1300 Shawnee Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50313.
Active Listing: 1300 Shawnee Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1300 Shawnee Ave are: Oak Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Findley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Madison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Woodside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,726 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1300 Shawnee Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1300 Shawnee Ave is 1,510 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1300 Shawnee Ave is 1953.
This home is located at 1300 Shawnee Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313 in the Oak Park neighborhood. This 1,510 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $255,000.
In April 2025 more than 49 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 58 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 141 were sold below. In April 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7.2% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $215,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 41 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.