$198,500

1400 Mattern Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

$2,357
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
988 sqft
0.2 acres
$201 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1400 Mattern Ave

Welcome to 1400 Mattern Avenue, a charming **three-bedroom, two-bathroom** home on a **corner lot** in Des Moines. This beautifully updated property features a **three-car garage** connected to the house by a breezeway, providing added convenience and shelter. Enjoy two **spacious side yards**, perfect for outdoor activities or garden space. Inside, the **open-concept basement** awaits your finishing touches, offering endless possibilities for additional living space. Conveniently located near E 14th Street, Grand View University, and the bustling commercial corridor at E 14th Street and E Euclid Avenue, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment (La Fe Salvadorian Restaurant, Casey's, Cash Saver, QT, Aldi's and Iowa Beef Steak House). Don't miss the chance to make this versatile property your own—schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size988 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.194 Acres
Year built1951
ParkingAttached, Garage, Three Car Garage
MLS #718995
Attached garage3 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile
  • Interior: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
  • Exterior: Fence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $198,500
  • Price/SqFt: $200
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,529
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: From the intersection of E University Avenue and E 14th Street, take E 14th Street north to Mattern Avenue. Driveway is on the north side of the house.
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Living Area: 988 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.194 Acres
  • MLS Number: 718995
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Legacy Group
  • Office Phone: (319) 423-4139
  • Listing Agent: Jesse Kern

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 16, 2022
Home Sold
$185,000
Aug 18, 2016
Home Sold
$95,000
Jun 16, 2005
Home Sold
$103,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$153,000$3,529
2021$133,700$3,529
2020$118,600$3,529
2019$118,600$2,508
2018$103,000$2,508
2017$103,000$2,662

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Cattell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

3101 E 12th St

1

Carver Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

705 E University Ave

4

Findley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

3025 Oxford 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 $40,221. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

43%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

58%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ToyotaToyota
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1400 Mattern Ave

The listing price of 1400 Mattern Ave property is $198,500.

The property 1400 Mattern Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.

Active Listing: 1400 Mattern Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1400 Mattern Ave are: Cattell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Findley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,529 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 16, 2022 for $185,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1400 Mattern Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1400 Mattern Ave is 988 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1400 Mattern Ave is 1951.

This home is located at 1400 Mattern Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Union Park neighborhood. This 988 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $198,500.

While more than 61 listings in Des Moines, IA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 69 listings sold at asking price, and more than 143 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.9% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 42 days, the median list price was $215,247.

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

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