#715137, Tim Lucken, Listing office: Real Broker, LLC
925 Laurel St Des Moines, IA 50314
Property details
About 925 Laurel St
Looking for a home with potential, close to the action, and offering a great chance to build real value? This 1132 Sq Ft three possible four-bedroom, one-bathroom home could be exactly what you’ve been searching for. It’s the kind of home where you can move in, relax, or roll up your sleeves, get creative, and truly make it your own—all while building equity along the way. The furnace, air, and water heater were replaced in 2019. Storage is no issue with a full basement and storage shed. Want to add a garage? This home is in the NFC lending area. If you like being near local highlights, this home is in a great spot. Just down the road, you’ll find Cheatom Park, where you can enjoy a jog, play basketball, picnic, or just have a quiet place to catch your breath. Getting around is easy with nearby access to Interstate 235 and convenient public transportation options. Mercy College is within walking distance. Minutes away from all that downtown Des Moines has to offer. From shopping and dining to art, live music, and festivals, you're in a location that makes weeknight outings and weekend adventures easy to plan and hard to resist. At the end of the day, this home is about opportunity. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to break into the market or an investor searching for your next project, this home is ready for you!
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Laminate
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Exterior: Fence, Storage
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $129,000
- Price/SqFt: $113
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,302
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: I-235 E to exit 8A toward Mercy/Downtown/Des Moines/Iowa Events Ctr, slight right onto the 7th St ramp to 6th Ave/5th Ave, turn right onto 7th St, right onto Crocker St, right onto 9th St, left onto Laurel St. Home will be on the right.
- Year Built: 1890
- Living Area: 1,132 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.092 Acres
- MLS Number: 721447
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: LPT Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (515) 360-4374
- Listing Agent: Tracy Adams
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jun 04, 2019 | Home Sold | $68,000 |
Oct 12, 2004 | Home Sold | $21,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $89,800 | $1,302 |
2021 | $65,800 | $1,302 |
2020 | $59,000 | $1,302 |
2019 | $59,000 | $1,432 |
2018 | $53,800 | $1,432 |
2017 | $53,800 | $1,490 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Edmunds Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•950 15th St
3
Moulton Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.7 mi
•1541 8th St
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•1849 Forest 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 $46,761. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 925 Laurel St
The listing price of 925 Laurel St property is $129,000.
The property 925 Laurel St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.
Active Listing: 925 Laurel St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 925 Laurel St are: Edmunds Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Moulton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,302 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 4, 2019 for $68,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 925 Laurel St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 925 Laurel St is 1,132 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 925 Laurel St is 1890.
This home is located at 925 Laurel St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the Cheatom Park neighborhood. This 1,132 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $129,000.
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. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 38 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $216,801 during the same period.