Sold for $359,000 on 12/08/25
Zestimate®
$359,000
1021 45th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,664sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.28 Acres Lot
$359,000 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$2,053 Estimated rent
Home value
$359,000
$341,000 - $377,000
$2,053/mo
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What's special
This Arts and Craft 1920s home invites you in with timeless charm. Natural light pours through every window, showing off the refinished original hardwood floors. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening unwind in the enclosed four season front porch. The spacious kitchen, family room, formal dining room, and back mudroom make everyday living both functional and comfortable. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, a full bath, and access to an unfinished attic. already plumbed and ready to become your dream suite or creative space. Walk downstairs to a bright, clean basement complete with a half bath, radon mitigation system and a sump pump; all of which make this home as practical as it is beautiful. The entire exterior of the house was freshly painted in Summer 2025. The home sits on a corner lot with a fully-fenced backyard and a large two-car garage. A rare mix of character, comfort, and potential to add square footage (attic space) in a desirable and convenient location. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 08, 2025 at 10:46am
Listed by:
Molly Thornton (515)971-5880,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Stacey Smith
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 729188
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,664
- Total interior livable area: 1,664 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 09006764000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2025 | Sold | $359,000$216/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Pending sale | $359,000$216/sqft |
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| 10/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $359,000+14.9%$216/sqft |
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| 11/29/2021 | Sold | $312,500-3.8%$188/sqft |
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| 11/3/2021 | Pending sale | $325,000$195/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,388 -1% | $284,400 |
| 2023 | $5,442 +0.8% | $284,400 +18.6% |
| 2022 | $5,400 +3.3% | $239,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Waveland Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Hubbell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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