$2,126 Closing Credit¹
#718303, Bonnie Christensen, Listing office: RE/MAX Precision
$249,000 List price
1527 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
$2,957
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
3,729 sqft
0.10 acres
$67 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1527 Forest Ave
Turnkey duplex opportunity at 1527 Forest Ave in Des Moines—perfect for investors! This solid brick and stucco property features two spacious 2-bed/1-bath units, both with original hardwood floors, updated electrical, and composite windows. Recent exterior upgrades include a brand-new roof, soffit, gutters, and fascia. Located directly across from a park on a corner lot, the property offers plenty of parking and strong tenant appeal. With leases in place and tenants covering utilities, this low-maintenance asset is ready to cash flow from day one.
Highlights
Home typeOther
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,729 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.098 Acres
Year built1924
MLS #716534
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $249,000
- Price/SqFt: $66
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,608
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Keo Way. Go for 0.3 mi. Then 0.3 miles Turn right onto Lynn St. Go for 348 ft. Then 0.07 miles Turn left onto 16th St. Go for 0.2 mi.
- Year Built: 1924
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,729 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.098 Acres
- MLS Number: 716534
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
- Office Phone: (507) 382-1570
- Listing Agent: Fitzgerald, Eric
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $152,600 | $2,608 |
| 2021 | $112,300 | $2,608 |
| 2020 | $100,600 | $2,608 |
| 2019 | $100,600 | $1,602 |
| 2018 | $60,200 | $1,602 |
| 2017 | $60,200 | $1,834 |
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. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $<35k. Typical family type is 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 1527 Forest Ave
The listing price of 1527 Forest Ave property is $249,000.
The property 1527 Forest Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.
Active Listing: 1527 Forest Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1527 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 $2,608 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1527 Forest Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1527 Forest Ave is 3,729 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1527 Forest Ave is 1924.
This home is located at 1527 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the King Irving neighborhood. This 3,729 square foot home, which was built in 1924, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $249,000.
Over 61 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 143 listings were sold below the listed price and 69 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.9% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $215,247, while the average time on the real estate market was 42 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.