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1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA, 50314

$95,000

Home List Price

$1,128*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
982 SqFt
$97/SqFt
House
Schools Nearby

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1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines$95,000

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$1,128*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
Year Built1914
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
BasementYes
MLS #694541
Lot Size0.15 Acres
StatusActive

About 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

This delightful home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a host of desirable amenities. The spacious living areas offer plenty of room for relaxation and entertainment, while the fenced-in yard provides a private oasis for outdoor enjoyment. A convenient shed offers additional storage space for tools and outdoor equipment. Located near downtown, this home is a must-see for those seeking comfort, convenience, and a touch of charm!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Living Area: 982 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
  • Office Phone: (515) 897-9027
  • Listing Agent: Karla Alaniz

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Hoover High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Meredith Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • King Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: University Avenue and 19th St go south on 19th Street to Mondamin Street turn left (west) to yield, drive into Martin Luther King. Home is west of the street. 7th home from turn on Mondamin. There is a TIGHT turn into the driveway.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $95,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $97/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $892
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$209.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$185

Avg. Days On Market

32

# of Sold Homes

255

1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy vs Des Moines

14 DAYS ON ROCKET

-18 Days

$95,000

-$114.9K Less

$97/SqFt

-$89 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $114.9K less than the Median Sold Price and $89/SqFt less than other homes in Des Moines, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #694541

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
  • Office Phone: (515) 897-9027
  • Listing Agent: Karla Alaniz

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Mar 22, 2005Home Sold
$28,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$892$48,200
2020$892$43,200
2019$1,014$43,200
2018$1,014$46,800
2017$1,176$46,800

History based on county public records data.

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$542

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$351

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

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3
/10

  • King Elementary School

  • 1849 Forest Ave

  • 0.21 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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2
/10

  • Meredith Middle School

  • 4827 Madison Ave

  • 2.83 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 3.16 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 4.39 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Hoover High School

  • 4800 Aurora Ave

  • 2.84 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,759. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy property is $95,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy are:
King Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Meredith Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Hoover High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $892 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on March 22, 2005 for $28,500. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is 982 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is 1914.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50314›1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

This home is located at 1542 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the Drake neighborhood. This 982 square foot home, which was built in 1914, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 02, 2024 and is currently priced at $95,000.

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. In April 2024 in Des Moines, IA there were 0.1% more homes for sale than in March 2024. In April 2024, listings were on the market for 32 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $209,944.

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

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