Charming and updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath home located on Milton Avenue in Des Moines. This move-in-ready property offers a surprisingly spacious living area with thoughtful updates throughout, providing both comfort and style. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor, this home delivers efficient living without sacrificing space. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and easy access to major routes—this is a great opportunity to own an updated home at an affordable price.
For sale
$130,000
1424 Milton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
2beds
664sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
7,013.16 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Comfort and styleUpdated homeEfficient livingThoughtful updates throughout
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 13, 2025 at 08:59pm
Listed by:
Christopher Foster (641)891-8178,
Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 731606
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
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 664
- Total interior livable area: 664 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,013.16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 140
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11002771003000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $85,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,637
- Date on market: 12/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,105/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000+46.1%$196/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #731606 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2025 | Listing removed | $89,000$134/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725951 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Price change | $89,000-1.1%$134/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725951 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $89,999+86437.5%$136/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725951 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2005 | Sold | $104 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,482 +4.4% | $85,800 |
| 2023 | $1,420 +1% | $85,800 +24.2% |
| 2022 | $1,406 +9.8% | $69,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$724/mo
Principal & interest
$504
Property taxes
$174
Home insurance
$46
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Union Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Cattell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Goodrell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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