$2,613 Closing Credit¹
#717711, Alejandro Castaneda, Listing Office: Uplift Realty
$215,000 List price
930 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
$2,553
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,405 sqft
0.1 acres
$153 / sqft
House
Property details
About 930 Forest Ave
Welcome to this charming updated one and half story home. This home has been completely updated and is amazing! It offers a lot of the original character from when it was built. The first floor offers a large size bedroom, full updated bathroom, good size living room and excellent size dining room. The ceilings are really high, the windows are big and tall, and the lighting is very bright. All of these things contribute to how large the rooms are and how much space the home really has to offer. When you go upstairs, you will see three more decent size bedrooms with an additional bathroom. Let's not forget the fully remodeled kitchen with all appliances included. Additionally, it is located near the bus route, an elementary school, a library, and a park. It's just minutes from downtown. This home is waiting for its new owner, and it is turn-key, so please make an appointment today.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,405 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.111 Acres
Year built1896
MLS #717923
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $215,000
- Price/SqFt: $153
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Drive north on 9th Street to Forest Avenue. Go west on Forest Ave to the property just west of the church.
- Year Built: 1896
- Living Area: 1,405 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.111 Acres
- MLS Number: 717923
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Platinum Realty LLC
- Office Phone: (515) 778-2572
- Listing Agent: Tylonda Mason
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2011 | Home Sold | $60,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $85,200 | $- |
| 2021 | $62,400 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Moulton Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.3 mi
•1541 8th St
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
1
Edmunds Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•950 15th St
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 $17,846. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
74%
<35k
22%
35k-100k
5%
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?
47%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
7%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
UFC- Pro Boxing
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Burlington
Ross Dress For Less
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Burger King
Popeyes
Cicis Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Dodge
Pontiac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 930 Forest Ave
The listing price of 930 Forest Ave property is $215,000.
The property 930 Forest Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.
Active Listing: 930 Forest Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 930 Forest Ave are: Moulton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edmunds Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The last sale was on November 22, 2011 for $60,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 930 Forest Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 930 Forest Ave is 1,405 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 930 Forest Ave is 1896.
This home is located at 930 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the River Bend neighborhood. This 1,405 square foot home, which was built in 1896, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $215,000.
Over 49 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 141 listings were sold below the listed price and 58 listings were sold for the listed price. In April 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7.2% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $215,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 41 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.