$2,908

closing credit¹

1314 Creston Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

$244,900
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,161 sqft
0.2 acres
$211 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1314 Creston Ave

Step into this beautiful brick 3-bedroom home located on the Southside of Des Moines. The kitchen has been updated with a tile backsplash, quartz countertops, and fresh new flooring. The main level offers a spacious living area, along with a huge primary bedroom with plenty of room to relax. There are also two good-sized secondary bedrooms, perfect for family, guests, or a home office. The bathroom has been recently updated with dual vanities, making it even more functional for busy mornings. A brand new roof was installed at the end of August. The windows, AC, and furnace are all 10 years old, and a new water heater was added in 2020. The partially finished lower level offers additional space for whatever you need, plus a handy half bath. The basement has been waterproofed for added protection, and a new driveway was also installed for extra convenience. Outside, the private fenced-in backyard is perfect for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or just relaxing. Located in a quiet neighborhood with a quick 6-minute drive to downtown, this home makes commuting easy and offers a great spot to call home.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,161 sqft
Lot size0.161 Acres
Year built1954
ParkingCarport, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #709556
Garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 709556
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
  • Office Phone: (515) 326-2567
  • Listing Agent: Danielle Burnight

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$197,400$3,822
2021$168,000$3,822
2020$147,400$3,822
2019$147,400$3,584
2018$134,700$3,584
2017$134,700$3,380

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Park Avenue Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

3141 SW 9th St

4

Jefferson Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

2425 Watrous Ave

3

Wright Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

5001 SW 14th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,642. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family 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 BasketballCollege Basketball
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • WingstopWingstop
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • NissanNissan
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1314 Creston Ave

This home is located at 1314 Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Gray's Lake neighborhood. This 1,161 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $244,900.

While more than 35 listings in Des Moines, IA in December 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 50 listings sold at asking price, and more than 120 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 10.9% between November and December 2024. In December 2024 median list price was $215,000 and the average listing age was 36 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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