This charming two-story, 4-bedroom home is nestled in the up-and-coming Riverbend neighborhood. Directly across from Moulton Elementary and just minutes from downtown, dining, and freeway access. The home features a large, covered deck, ally access, full fenced in yard. it is a clean, welcoming and move-in-ready. Great location, delicious fruit trees on property with a 1-Car detached garage. Call you agent today!
Sold for $203,000 on 09/19/25
$203,000
1540 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
4beds
1,228sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
6,490.44 Square Feet Lot
$203,700 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$1,837 Estimated rent
Home value
$203,700
$194,000 - $214,000
$1,837/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 19, 2025 at 12:23pm
Listed by:
Sullivan Baccam (515)779-6560,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Bopha Mom-Baccam 515-779-6557,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Chinh Nguyen
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 719103
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- 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: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,228
- Total interior livable area: 1,228 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 6,490 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 130
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08001980000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $203,000-3.3%$165/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #719103 | ||
| 8/18/2025 | Pending sale | $209,900$171/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719103 | ||
| 8/11/2025 | Price change | $209,900-2.4%$171/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719103 | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Price change | $215,000-4.4%$175/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719103 | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Price change | $224,900-1.8%$183/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719103 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,884 +5.8% | $207,900 |
| 2023 | $3,670 +45.1% | $207,900 +33.5% |
| 2022 | $2,530 +5.2% | $155,700 +33% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: River Bend
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Moulton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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