$3,205 Closing Credit¹
#717977, Rick Madden, Listing Office: Madden Realty
$265,000 List price
1526 Mattern Ave Des Moines, IA 50316
$3,147
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,236 sqft
$214 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1526 Mattern Ave
Welcome to 1526 Mattern Avenue! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in northeast Des Moines offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. Inside, enjoy updated flooring, granite countertops, a fully remodeled bathroom, custom built-ins, and fresh interior paint. Recent upgrades include a new furnace and A/C, new carpet (2024), and Samsung Bespoke appliances, plus a Whirlpool washer and dryer. Outside, you'll love the inviting backyard with two decks, an above ground pool, new wood privacy fence, and a shed. Exterior improvements include new windows, siding accents, a concrete patio, and a fully updated garage with new roof, gutters, and interior paint. All cedar and deck features have been professionally maintained. This move-in ready home is located near schools, parks, and shopping! All information obtained from seller and public records
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,236 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1923
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #717371
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $265,000
- Price/SqFt: $214
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,740
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: West on Mattern from E. 14th St.
- Year Built: 1923
- Living Area: 1,236 SqFt
- MLS Number: 717371
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
- Office Phone: (515) 612-2702
- Listing Agent: Beatris Mayorga
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2010 | Home Sold | $113,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $151,000 | $2,740 |
| 2021 | $130,100 | $2,740 |
| 2020 | $114,500 | $2,740 |
| 2019 | $114,500 | $2,404 |
| 2018 | $99,100 | $2,404 |
| 2017 | $99,100 | $2,312 |
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
1.1 mi
•705 E University Ave
1
Capitol View Elementary School
Public District EE-5
1.3 mi
•320 E 16th 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. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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 1526 Mattern Ave
The listing price of 1526 Mattern Ave property is $265,000.
The property 1526 Mattern Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.
Active Listing: 1526 Mattern Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1526 Mattern Ave are: Cattell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Capitol View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), 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 $2,740 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 10, 2010 for $113,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1526 Mattern Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1526 Mattern Ave is 1,236 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1526 Mattern Ave is 1923.
This home is located at 1526 Mattern Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Union Park neighborhood. This 1,236 square foot home was built in 1923. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $265,000.
While more than 61 listings in Des Moines, IA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 69 listings sold at asking price, and more than 143 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between April and May 2025 increased by 0.9%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 42 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,247.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.