#711429, Audra Sypolt, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
$255,000 List price
221 E Payton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315
5 beds
2 full
1,094 sqft
0.2 acres
$233 / sqft
House
Property details
About 221 E Payton Ave
This southside ranch has it all! 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a primary bedroom with private bath, and a yard that feels like a vacation. The kitchen features new granite countertops and flooring that flows nicely to the living space with vaulted ceilings. There are 3 bedrooms on the main floor (including the primary w private bath) and another full bathroom with new tub/shower, flooring, and toilet. Outside the new French patio doors, you will enter the backyard complete with a deck and swim deck, swimming pool, fenced yard, shed and plenty of space for your garden beds. The lower level has 2 bedrooms, both with egress windows, a living space, laundry and ¾ bath. HVAC (2021) Water heater (2021). Front deck, back deck and swim deck new in the fall 2024.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,094 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.221 Acres
Year built2005
MLS #721625
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate
- Interior: Cable TV
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, Storage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $255,000
- Price/SqFt: $233
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,714
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Heading South on SW 9th, turn East (left) on E. Payton Ave. Home will be on the right.
- Year Built: 2005
- Living Area: 1,094 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.221 Acres
- MLS Number: 721625
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
- Office Phone: (515) 202-9859
- Listing Agent: Tony Sly
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2022 | Home Sold | $132,000 |
| Jul 07, 2005 | Home Sold | $131,900 |
| Jul 06, 2005 | Home Sold | $128,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $215,600 | $3,714 |
| 2021 | $173,000 | $3,714 |
| 2020 | $152,100 | $3,714 |
| 2019 | $152,100 | $3,396 |
| 2018 | $136,400 | $3,396 |
| 2017 | $136,400 | $3,188 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Lovejoy Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•801 E Kenyon Ave
1
South Union Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•4201 S Union St
4
Studebaker Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•300 E County Line Rd
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 $64,309. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
28%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
24%
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
22%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
NHRA Drag Racing
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Books-a-Million
Burlington
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Golden Corral
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Toyota
Chevrolet
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Urban Adult Contemporary- Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 221 E Payton Ave
The listing price of 221 E Payton Ave property is $255,000.
The property 221 E Payton Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.
Active Listing: 221 E Payton Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 221 E Payton Ave are: Lovejoy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Union Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Studebaker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), McCombs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,714 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 29, 2022 for $132,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 221 E Payton Ave has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 221 E Payton Ave is 1,094 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 221 E Payton Ave is 2005.
This home is located at 221 E Payton Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Fort Des Moines neighborhood. This 1,094 square foot home, which was built in 2005, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $255,000.
Des Moines, IA housing market in June 2025 saw over 67 listings sold above listed price, more than 78 sold at listed price and over 153 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between May and June 2025 decreased by 7%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $216,801.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.