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1609 Arlington Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314

$312,000

Home List Price

$3,705*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
2,106 SqFt
$148/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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1609 Arlington Ave, Des Moines$312,000

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$3,705*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
Year Built1908
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #695111
Lot Size0.34 Acres
StatusActive

About 1609 Arlington Ave

This beautiful picturesque 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is located in the Historic Riverbend District. This beautifully restored home has the perfect blend of old house charm and modern updates. A few of the many highlights are ten foot ceilings adorned with original woodwork & crown molding. The large living room is complete with large restored wood windows letting in tons of natural light, original hardwood floors, large fireplace and original woodwork and built-ins throughout. The large formal dining room is complete with a grand chandelier, restored wood windows, crown molding & woodwork. The beautiful updated kitchen is complete with restored and modern cabinetry, elegant hardware, quartz countertops and custom hood vent & mud room leading to the back deck. The second level includes 4 bedrooms and a gorgeous updated tile bathroom. The third level is complete with large finished living space perfect for a 5th bedroom, home gym or craft area. The clean and tidy lower level includes a second bathroom and is ready for you to customize and make your own. Outside enjoy the oversized large front porch, back deck and fully fenced back yard. Call to schedule a showing today! All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,106 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 612-2702
  • Listing Agent: Beatris Mayorga

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fully Fenced

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.34 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • North High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Moulton Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Harding Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Take University Ave west, Turn right onto 2nd Ave, Turn left onto College Ave, Turn right onto Arlington Ave.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $312,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $148/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,010
  • 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

1609 Arlington Ave vs Des Moines

12 DAYS ON ROCKET

-20 Days

$312,000

+$102K More

$148/SqFt

-$38 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $102K more than the Median Sold Price and $38/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: #695111

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 612-2702
  • Listing Agent: Beatris Mayorga

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Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 5/22/2024, 10:20:34 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$3,010$143,600
2020$3,010$124,900
2019$2,824$124,900
2018$2,824$114,900
2017$2,690$114,900

History based on county public records data.

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$1,625

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,002

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.

Middle School

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3
/10

  • Moulton Elementary School

  • 1541 8th St

  • 0.31 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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1
/10

  • Harding Middle School

  • 203 E Euclid Ave

  • 1.34 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 3.27 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • North High School

  • 501 Holcomb Ave

  • 0.68 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 $22,453. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn less than $35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1609 Arlington Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1609 Arlington Ave property is $312,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1609 Arlington Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1609 Arlington Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1609 Arlington Ave are:
Moulton Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Harding Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
North 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 $3,010 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1609 Arlington Ave has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1609 Arlington Ave is 2,106 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1609 Arlington Ave is 1908.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50314›1609 Arlington Ave

This home is located at 1609 Arlington Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the River Bend neighborhood. This 2,106 square foot home, which was built in 1908, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $312,000.

In April 2024, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 55 sold above asking price, over 124 sold below and more than 76 were sold right at the asked price. Between March 2024 and April 2024, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.1%. Listings spent 32 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $209,944 during the same period.

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

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