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#715311, Seth Walker, Listing Office: RE/MAX Concepts
$145,000 List price
1503 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
$1,722
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,676 sqft
0.2 acres
$87 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1503 Forest Ave
This duplex at 1503 Forest Ave, Des Moines offers two rental units: a 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit and a 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit; perfect for investors looking for steady rental income. It comes with a current rental certificate and has been upgraded through the City of Des Moines Weatherization Program, improving energy efficiency. Additional highlights include a brand-NEW furnaces one for each unit (2024) and a PRIME location near parks, walking distance to King Elementary School, and amenities. Don't miss out on this WELL -MAINTAINED investment property with great rental potential!
Highlights
Home typeOther
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,676 sqft
Lot size0.154 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #713188
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- List Price: $145,000
- Price/SqFt: $86
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,420
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: see remarks
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,676 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.154 Acres
- MLS Number: 713188
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
- Office Phone: (515) 371-5277
- Listing Agent: Ingrid Williams
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 03, 2020 | Home Sold | $80,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $85,700 | $1,420 |
| 2021 | $62,300 | $1,420 |
| 2020 | $54,800 | $1,420 |
| 2019 | $54,800 | $1,320 |
| 2018 | $49,600 | $1,320 |
| 2017 | $49,600 | $1,344 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
3
Moulton Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.6 mi
•1541 8th St
1
Edmunds Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•950 15th 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 $31,912. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn less than $<35k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
57%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
40%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
22%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
30%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
NHRA Drag Racing
Basketball
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Big Lots
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Golden Corral
Jasons Deli
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Adult Standards- Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1503 Forest Ave
The listing price of 1503 Forest Ave property is $145,000.
The property 1503 Forest Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.
Active Listing: 1503 Forest Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1503 Forest Ave are: King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Moulton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edmunds Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,420 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 3, 2020 for $80,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1503 Forest Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1503 Forest Ave is 1,676 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1503 Forest Ave is 1900.
This home is located at 1503 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the King Irving neighborhood. This 1,676 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $145,000.
Over 35 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 124 listings were sold below the listed price and 42 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 6.3% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 47 days, the median list price was $215,179.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.