Step inside this 1,379 sq ft Des Moines estate, where the 3 bedrooms and 2-3/4 bath's are just waiting to be revived. Sold AS-IS-this property is a true time capsule. Whether you’re a fearless flipper, a daring DIYer, or someone who is willing to create sweat equity, this one has what you are looking for. 3-car garage, large family room, open kitchen, and access to amenities. The large 2+ car garage has heat and air for all your projects.
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Sold for $150,000
$150,000
1919 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,379sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
7,710.12 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$109/sqft
$1,662 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1,662/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 09, 2026 at 08:40am
Listed by:
Tony Sly (515)202-9859,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Angie Sly 515-202-0682,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 730967
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,379
- Total interior livable area: 1,379 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Fence
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 7,710 sqft
- Dimensions: 64.4
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10002109000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
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
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2026 | Sold | $150,000-14.3%$109/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #730967 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2025 | Pending sale | $175,000$127/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730967 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $175,000$127/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730967 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,378 +2.1% | $233,000 |
| 2023 | $4,286 +0.8% | $233,000 +22.2% |
| 2022 | $4,250 +5.9% | $190,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hillis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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