#718146, Jessica Kiester, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
Property details
About 1719 Lyon St
2 bed 1 bath home located in the heart of Des Moines with easy access to the 235 to get anywhere in town. Enter the home through the mudroom into the living room. Off the living room is an enclosed porch perfect for keeping the bugs away. The kitchen flows into an additional living space on the front of the home. 2 bedrooms located upstairs to complete this home.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size681 sqft
Lot size0.121 Acres
Year built1885
MLS #722097
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $80,000
- Price/SqFt: $117
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,955
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Heading west on 235 Take exit 9 toward US-69/E 14th St/E 15th St, Keep right, Turn right at the 1st cross street onto US-69 S, Turn left onto E Grand Ave, Turn left onto E 15th St, Turn Right onto Des Moines Street, Turn left onto E 16th St, E 16th St turns right and becomes Lyon St, Destination on the right.
- Year Built: 1885
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 681 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.121 Acres
- MLS Number: 722097
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (402) 960-0645
- Listing Agent: Joe Paletta
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 01, 2018 | Home Sold | $60,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $67,700 | $1,955 |
| 2021 | $53,200 | $1,955 |
| 2020 | $46,500 | $1,955 |
| 2019 | $46,500 | $981 |
| 2018 | $33,600 | $981 |
| 2017 | $33,600 | $768 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Capitol View Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.3 mi
•320 E 16th St
1
Carver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•705 E University Ave
2
Phillips Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•1701 Lay 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 $20,427. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
86%
<35k
12%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
32%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
26%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing- UFC
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
Burger King
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Buick
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Adult Standards
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1719 Lyon St
The listing price of 1719 Lyon St property is $80,000.
The property 1719 Lyon St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.
Active Listing: 1719 Lyon St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1719 Lyon St are: Capitol View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Phillips Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,955 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 1, 2018 for $60,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1719 Lyon St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1719 Lyon St is 681 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1719 Lyon St is 1885.
This home is located at 1719 Lyon St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Capitol East neighborhood. This 681 square foot home, which was built in 1885, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $80,000.
Over 67 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 153 listings were sold below the listed price and 78 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $216,801 and the average listing age was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.