#717783, Deanna Lane, Listing office: BHHS First Realty Westown
1521 18th St Des Moines, IA 50314
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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
Summary
- Appliances: Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $175,000
- Price/SqFt: $184
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,429
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Heading south on MLK turn east onto Clark St. Turn left onto 18th St. Home will be on your right.
- Year Built: 1895
- Living Area: 946 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.152 Acres
- 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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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jun 16, 2011 | Home Sold | $25,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property 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.
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. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1521 18th St
The listing price of 1521 18th St property is $175,000.
The property 1521 18th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.
Active Listing: 1521 18th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1521 18th St 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), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,429 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 16, 2011 for $25,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1521 18th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1521 18th St is 946 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1521 18th St is 1895.
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 $175,000.
In May 2025 more than 61 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 69 listings were sold at asking price, while 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. Listings spent 42 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $215,247 during the same period.