Great Investment Opportunity – 2 Bed, 1 Bath Home! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath property is the perfect investment or starter home! Featuring a spacious layout, bright natural light, and a large yard with plenty of potential, this home offers endless possibilities for investors or first-time buyers alike. With just a little TLC, it could be transformed into a high cash-flow rental or an attractive resale. Located in a convenient neighborhood 1 block from an elementary school, shopping, and major highways, this property combines affordability and opportunity in one neat package. Don’t miss your chance to own a solid investment in a growing area—schedule a showing today!
For sale
Price cut: $5K (12/8)
$134,500
1243 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
2beds
609sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
7,013.16 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bright natural lightSpacious layoutLarge yard
- 52 days |
- 305 |
- 11 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 08, 2025 at 06:45am
Listed by:
Talor Woodson 515-453-5828,
Iowa Realty Ankeny
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 729215
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 609
- Total interior livable area: 609 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,013.16 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 12003681000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $221/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $66,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,433
- Date on market: 10/31/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 43 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,160/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2025 | Price change | $134,500-3.6%$221/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #729215 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $139,500$229/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729215 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,310 +1.6% | $66,600 |
| 2023 | $1,290 +0.8% | $66,600 +21.8% |
| 2022 | $1,280 +0.8% | $54,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$749/mo
Principal & interest
$522
Property taxes
$180
Home insurance
$47
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Watrous South
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Wright Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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