$2,968 Closing Credit¹
#713897, Liz Zamora, Listing office: Iowa Realty South
$315,000 List price
1919 Arlington Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
$3,741
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,200 sqft
0.4 acres
$263 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1919 Arlington Ave
ONE OF A KIND! This home is the ultimate entertaining pad. Built on the bluff above the Des Moines River, river views and wildlife are the shining star of this home. Completely remodeled, you will fall in love with the updates - full kitchen and living room in the lower level overlook the river with huge floor-to-ceiling windows. Quartz countertops, new cabinets and modern backsplash in kitchen. Living room has a gas fireplace to warm up on cool evenings. Half bath on this level for guests. The best part? Walking out onto the expansive deck and taking in the scenery. Upstairs the primary bedroom has been expanded for luxury living and convenience. Don't want to go downstairs to the kitchen? Enjoy the kitchenette, with custom-built Amish cabinetry, full-size fridge, quartz counters and sink. Walk right into the custom closet - banks of built-in drawers and shelves. There's a place for everything! Main level has a second bedroom with built-in shelves, plus an office/living room/flex space. Need another bedroom? Easily convertible! Full bathroom on bedroom level. This wooded lot with river views is a must-see! If you love watching the soaring eagles over the river and want to own a premium piece of Des Moines riverfront, then do not miss this opportunity!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,200 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.395 Acres
Year built1944
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #717962
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas, Vented
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Gas, Vented
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fence, Patio
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cape Cod
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $315,000
- Price/SqFt: $262
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,926
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From I-235, take the 6th Ave exit. Go north on 6th Ave. Turn east onto Arlington Ave.
- Year Built: 1944
- Living Area: 1,200 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.395 Acres
- MLS Number: 717962
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Ankeny Metro
- Office Phone: (515) 965-9100
- Listing Agent: Abby Hausmann-Virgil
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 09, 2021 | Home Sold | $285,000 |
| Dec 13, 2017 | Home Sold | $150,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $240,400 | $2,926 |
| 2021 | $177,600 | $2,926 |
| 2020 | $121,700 | $2,926 |
| 2019 | $121,700 | $2,680 |
| 2018 | $109,500 | $2,680 |
| 2017 | $109,500 | $2,580 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Moulton Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.4 mi
•1541 8th St
4
Findley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•3025 Oxford St
1
Carver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•705 E University Ave
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 $22,453. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
61%
<35k
31%
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?
57%
Single, No Kids
22%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
UFC
Figure Skating
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Burlington
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Burger King
Church's Chicken
Cicis Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Cadillac
Pontiac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 1919 Arlington Ave
The listing price of 1919 Arlington Ave property is $315,000.
The property 1919 Arlington Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.
Active Listing: 1919 Arlington Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1919 Arlington Ave are: Moulton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Findley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), 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 $2,926 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 9, 2021 for $285,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1919 Arlington Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1919 Arlington Ave is 1,200 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1919 Arlington Ave is 1944.
This home is located at 1919 Arlington Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the River Bend neighborhood. This 1,200 square foot home, which was built in 1944, sits on a 0.40 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $315,000.
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. Between April and May 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.9%. In May 2025 median list price was $215,247 and the average listing age was 42 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.