$1,294 Closing Credit¹
#714433, Kathy Lukenbill, Listing Office: Realty ONE Group Impact
$89,999 List price
1353 E 15th St Des Moines, IA 50316
$1,069
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
866 sqft
0.1 acres
$104 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1353 E 15th St
If you’re looking for your next flip, rental, or sweat equity project, this one’s got all the right ingredients. Located in a solid neighborhood with strong upside potential, this home just needs the right buyer to bring it back to life.The layout is fantastic — walk through the three-seasons front porch into a wide open living, dining, and kitchen area. It’s already set up for the kind of open-concept living buyers love. Off the kitchen, you’ll find two oversized bedrooms with great closet space — no need to rework the floor plan here. The kitchen has a cozy eat-in area in the back, plus direct access to a fenced-in backyard and a 1-car detached garage with alley access. Yes, it needs some TLC — but the potential is real. Whether you're thinking of a fix-and-flip or a buy-and-hold investment, this property checks a lot of boxes: great layout, good bedroom sizes, off-street parking, and a solid yard. With the right updates, it could easily become a desirable home in a growing area. Don't miss your chance to turn this diamond in the rough into something special. At this price point, it’s a no-brainer for the savvy investor. 13 Mo HWA Platinum Home Warranty included!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size866 sqft
Lot size0.112 Acres
Year built1912
MLS #715451
Summary
- MLS Number: 715451
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: BH&G Real Estate Innovations
- Office Phone: (515) 962-5555
- Listing Agent: Misty Darling
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,800 | $1,044 |
| 2021 | $54,300 | $1,044 |
| 2020 | $49,100 | $1,044 |
| 2019 | $49,100 | $984 |
| 2018 | $45,700 | $984 |
| 2017 | $45,700 | $900 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Capitol View Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.8 mi
•320 E 16th St
1
Carver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•705 E University Ave
2
Phillips Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•1701 Lay 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 $33,000. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
55%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
4%
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?
45%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
20%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
NHRA Drag Racing
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Big Lots
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Golden Corral
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Adult Standards
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 1353 E 15th St
This home is located at 1353 E 15th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Martin Luther King Jr. Park neighborhood. This 866 square foot home, which was built in 1912, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $89,999.
Des Moines, IA housing market in March 2025 saw over 35 listings sold above listed price, more than 42 sold at listed price and over 124 sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 6.3% between February and March 2025. Listings spent 47 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $215,179 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.