#719951, Gilbert Gonzales, Listing office: RE/MAX Precision
$198,500 List price
1400 Mattern Ave Des Moines, IA 50316
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 16, 2022 | Home Sold | $185,000 |
| Aug 18, 2016 | Home Sold | $95,000 |
| Jun 16, 2005 | Home Sold | $103,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property 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.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $40,221. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type 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/LPGA
Horse Races
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Stein Mart
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
LongHorn Steakhouse
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Toyota
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Soft Adult Contemporary
Contemporary Inspirational- Adult 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.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 67 sold above asking price, over 153 sold below and more than 78 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $216,801, while the average time on the real estate market was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.