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$289,500

525 SE 9th St Des Moines, IA 50309

4 beds
2 full
1,070 sqft
0.2 acres
$271 / sqft
House

Property details

About 525 SE 9th St

Location! Location! Location! Are you looking for your next AirBnB? This remarkable 4+ bedroom just a few miles away from the Des Moines downtown entertainment district of East Village, Science Center, I-Cubs, Historical Building, Capitol, restaurants and shopping. Enjoy bike & walking trails that lead to Water Works Park and Grays Lake. This low maintenance ranch has it all to make it happen! Step inside to over 2,000 finished sqft with newer luxury vinyl plank flooring from the vaulted great room to the dining area in the well appointed kitchen. All newer stainless appliances are included! Three bedrooms are near the updated full bath. & first floor laundry. There is more! The finished lower level offers a flex room for play or work. Two bedrooms (one non conforming) gives the opportunity to make this a 5 bedroom home. The 2nd full bath is across the hallway. This neutral pallet of color and finishes makes it move in ready! Relax on the HUGE wrap around deck for views of the shaded yard and night entertainment with occasional fireworks displayed at I-Cubs. The fenced in yard provides hours of fun! Check out the NEW ER 24' x 24' 2 car garage with alley access. This location offers up to $10,000 forgivable grant for qualified buyers on selected

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,070 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built2004
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #721367
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Interior: Dining Area, Cable TV, Window Treatments
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $289,500
  • Price/SqFt: $270
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,256
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: Take MLS Parkway to SE 9th Street, South to home.
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Living Area: 1,070 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
  • MLS Number: 721367
  • 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
Jun 30, 2015
Home Sold
$122,000
Jan 16, 2014
Home Sold
$70,000
Feb 02, 2005
Home Sold
$118,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$168,700$3,256
2021$144,100$3,256
2020$134,400$3,256
2019$134,400$3,400
2018$127,800$3,400
2017$127,800$3,854

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

McKinley Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.7 mi

1610 SE 6th St

1

Capitol View Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.9 mi

320 E 16th St

1

Carver Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

705 E University 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 $23,780. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

62%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

48%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

21%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • UFCUFC
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Burger KingBurger King
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • BuickBuick
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 525 SE 9th St

The listing price of 525 SE 9th St property is $289,500.

The property 525 SE 9th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50309.

Active Listing: 525 SE 9th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 525 SE 9th St are: McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Capitol View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,256 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 30, 2015 for $122,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 525 SE 9th St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 525 SE 9th St is 1,070 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 525 SE 9th St is 2004.

This home is located at 525 SE 9th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50309 in the Historic East Village neighborhood. This 1,070 square foot home, which was built in 2004, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $289,500.

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. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 38 days, the median list price was $216,801.

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

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