$139,900

2919 1st St Des Moines, IA 50313

$1,661
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,153 sqft
0.2 acres
$121 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2919 1st St

Welcome home to this charming 3 bedroom/1 bath home with over 1150 sq ft and updates galore. With a little cosmetic TLC, this home could really shine. Just inside the front door, you are greeted with a beautiful, cozy sunroom. Through the sunroom, an open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen are at the heart of this home. Updated kitchen cabinetry and newer appliances make this kitchen a stand out. Rounding out the main floor you will find two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. Up the stairs you will find a grand primary suite that overlooks downtown and a large walk in closet. A fully fenced flat backyard with concrete patio and ample parking makes carrying in groceries a breeze. Newer windows, new furnace and central AC(2022), newer roof (2020), and a new foundation wall make this home a steal.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,153 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.172 Acres
Year built1910
MLS #715907

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Exterior: Fully Fenced, Patio
  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story, Traditional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $139,900
  • Price/SqFt: $121
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,520
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: South of Hull on 1st St.
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Living Area: 1,153 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.172 Acres
  • MLS Number: 715907
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Pennie Carroll & Associates
  • Office Phone: (515) 490-8025
  • Listing Agent: Pennie Carroll

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 17, 2020
Home Sold
$124,000
Aug 26, 2008
Home Sold
$38,000
Jul 28, 2008
Home Sold
$22,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$114,000$1,520
2021$96,900$1,520
2020$58,600$1,520
2019$58,600$1,372
2018$56,000$1,372
2017$51,600$1,368

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Findley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

3025 Oxford St

3

Cattell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

3101 E 12th St

3

Oak Park Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

3928 6th Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $51,589. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
65%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
23%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2919 1st St

The listing price of 2919 1st St property is $139,900.

The property 2919 1st St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50313.

Active Listing: 2919 1st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 2919 1st St are: Findley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cattell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Oak Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,520 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on July 17, 2020 for $124,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 2919 1st St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 2919 1st St is 1,153 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 2919 1st St is 1910.

This home is located at 2919 1st St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313 in the Union Park neighborhood. This 1,153 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $139,900.

Des Moines, IA housing market in April 2025 saw over 49 listings sold above listed price, more than 58 sold at listed price and over 141 sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 7.2% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 41 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $215,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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