$1,627 Closing Credit¹
#716549, Fitzgerald, Eric, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty GDM
$164,000 List price
1523 Allison Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
$1,948
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
816 sqft
0.3 acres
$201 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1523 Allison Ave
Welcome home to this updated 2 bed 1 bath ranch where you will find all of the big things taken care of. Roof, HVAC, windows, and water heater all replaced in 2018. Full remodel also in 2018 included new kitchen cabinets, counters, appliances and LVP flooring throughout not to mention a fully remodeled bathroom. The unfinished walk-out basement with heated tuck-under garage doubles as storage or the potential for extra living space. In the spacious back yard you will find a new shed and dog enclosure that will remain with the home.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size816 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.26 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingAttached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #717783
Attached garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Fire Pit, Patio, Storage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $164,000
- Price/SqFt: $200
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,942
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From I-235 head North on 19th Street. 19th Street turns into MLK Jr Parkway, then turn right (East) on Allison Avenue. Home will be on the left (North).
- Year Built: 1940
- Living Area: 816 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.26 Acres
- MLS Number: 717783
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: BHHS First Realty Westown
- Office Email: AccountsPayable@HomeServicesIowa.com
- Listing Agent: Deanna Lane
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2019 | Home Sold | $130,000 |
| Jul 02, 2007 | Home Sold | $87,380 |
| Aug 29, 2006 | Home Sold | $27,000 |
| Aug 29, 2006 | Home Sold | $64,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,500 | $1,942 |
| 2021 | $100,500 | $1,942 |
| 2020 | $83,700 | $1,942 |
| 2019 | $83,700 | $1,950 |
| 2018 | $73,300 | $1,950 |
| 2017 | $73,300 | $1,928 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
3
Moulton Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.7 mi
•1541 8th St
1
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2250 30th 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 $39,375. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
49%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
25%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
College Basketball
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Dillards
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Logan's Roadhouse
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Hyundai
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rock
Adult Standards
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Frequently asked questions
About 1523 Allison Ave
The listing price of 1523 Allison Ave property is $164,000.
The property 1523 Allison Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.
Active Listing: 1523 Allison Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1523 Allison Ave are: King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Moulton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), 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 $1,942 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 24, 2019 for $130,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1523 Allison Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1523 Allison Ave is 816 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1523 Allison Ave is 1940.
This home is located at 1523 Allison Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the Chautauqua Park neighborhood. This 816 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.26 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $164,000.
Des Moines, IA housing market in May 2025 saw over 61 listings sold above listed price, more than 69 sold at listed price and over 143 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.