$178,000

1521 18th St Des Moines, IA 50314

$2,114
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 bath
946 sqft
0.2 acres
$188 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1521 18th St

Step into this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home! Inside, you'll discover a spacious family room and a formal dining area, perfect for gatherings. The home features generous walk-in closets and a stunning tiled walk-in shower. Recent upgrades include a new roof, gutters, water heater, furnace, and updated plumbing and electrical systems, ensuring peace of mind for years to come. Natural light floods the interior, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout. Located in the heart of Des Moines' Mondamin Presidential neighborhood, this move-in-ready gem is close to local amenities. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful home your own!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size946 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.152 Acres
Year built1895
MLS #716443

Summary

  • MLS Number: 716443
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: The American Real Estate Co.
  • Office Phone: (515) 708-3465
  • Listing Agent: Laurry Wailes

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bungalow-style house with roof with shingles, central AC, a front lawn, and covered porch

$178,000

1521 18th St

$2,114

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 16, 2011
Home Sold
$25,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$67,900$1,429
2021$50,400$1,429
2020$44,500$1,429
2019$44,500$756
2018$39,900$740
2017$39,900$772

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

King Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

1849 Forest Ave

3

Moulton Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.7 mi

1541 8th St

1

Edmunds Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

950 15th 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 $31,912. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $<35k. 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?

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 SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • BasketballBasketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • Jasons DeliJasons Deli

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1521 18th St

This home is located at 1521 18th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the Mondamin Presidential neighborhood. This 946 square foot home, which was built in 1895, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $178,000.

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. 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.

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