Presenting 920 Herold Ave, a promising fixer-upper located in Des Moines, IA. This property is ripe with potential, particularly appealing for those looking to invest in a rental opportunity. The house itself features a spacious layout with a large living room and sizable bedrooms, providing ample space for comfort and versatility in arranging interiors. The large backyard adds to its appeal, offering plenty of room for outdoor activities and potential landscaping projects to enhance its charm and functionality. This property’s proximity to key attractions and essentials makes it an attractive rental proposition or a delightful home for those eager to bring their vision to life through renovations. With some TLC, 920 Herold Ave could easily transform into a lucrative investment or a cherished residence in a vibrant part of Des Moines. Whether you’re an investor seeking a rental property with high potential or a homeowner looking for a project, this home offers substantial opportunities to create value in a sought-after location.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Bungalow
Year Built: 1940
Living Area: 852 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Soldfast Real Estate
Office Phone: (267) 241-1073
Listing Agent: Cody Wilkinson
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: Yes
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 1
Total Bedroom Count: 2
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 1 space
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Rectangular Lot
Lot Size: 0.20 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Lincoln High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Brody Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Wright Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Head west on Exit 96 0.5 mi Turn right onto SW 9th St 2.9 mi Turn left onto Herold Ave
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $134,900
Price Per SqFt: $158/SqFt
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
3
/10
Wright Elementary School
5001 SW 14th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.42 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Middle School
1
/10
Brody Middle School
2501 Park Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.67 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
/10
Cowles Elementary School
6401 College Ave
Distance between this listing and this school6.11 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
1
/10
Goodrell Middle School
3300 E 29th St
Distance between this listing and this school6.64 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
2
/10
Lincoln High School
2600 SW 9th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.39 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
3
/10
Wright Elementary School
5001 SW 14th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.42 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
1
/10
South Union Elementary School
4201 South Union St
Distance between this listing and this school0.70 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
3
/10
Park Ave Elementary School
3141 SW 9th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.00 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Assigned Schools
1
/10
Brody Middle School
2501 Park Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.67 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
/10
Cowles Elementary School
6401 College Ave
Distance between this listing and this school6.11 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
1
/10
Goodrell Middle School
3300 E 29th St
Distance between this listing and this school6.64 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
2
/10
Lincoln High School
2600 SW 9th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.39 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
1
/10
Ruby Van Meter School
710 28th St
Distance between this listing and this school3.68 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
2
/10
East High School
815 E 13th St
Distance between this listing and this school4.03 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $56,479. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 920 Herold St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 920 Herold St property is $134,900.
What type of property is this?
The property 920 Herold St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 920 Herold St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 920 Herold St are: Wright Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10Brody Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10Lincoln High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 920 Herold St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 920 Herold St is 852 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 920 Herold St is 1940.
This home is located at 920 Herold St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Watrous South neighborhood. This 852 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2024 and is currently priced at $134,900.
Over 55 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2024 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 124 listings were sold below the listed price and 76 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.1% between March 2024 and April 2024. In April 2024 median list price was $209,944 and the average listing age was 32 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.