1201 E Kirkwood Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50315
About This Home
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch is a great opportunity for a buyer looking for an affordable home with potential to build some sweat equity. The property needs some updating and cosmetic work, but several of the big-ticket items have already been addressed, including a newer furnace, newer water heater, and recently replaced sewer line. The unfinished basement provides additional space for storage and offers potential for future finishing. The property sits on a generous lot and includes a 2-car detached garage along with an additional single-car garage. The second garage will need some work but could provide useful storage, workshop space, or additional parking once improved. Located in an NFC lending area, qualified buyers may be eligible for Neighborhood Finance Corporation assistance, including potential forgivable funds and closing cost assistance. Convenient location with easy access to downtown, shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, and major highways. If you're looking for a home you can improve and make your own, this one is worth a look!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Metal Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Vinyl
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 840
- Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 01003309000000
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open,Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 0.36 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 100 x 156
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage,Two Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $707 | $8,484 |
| Home Insurance * | $99 | $1,188 |
| Property Taxes | $191 | $2,292 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,118 | $13,416 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | Price change | $134,900 |
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $139,900 |
| 2018-09-25 | Listing removed | $85,000 |
| 2018-09-25 | Listed for sale | $85,000 |
| 2018-09-21 | Sold | $83,000 |
| 2018-06-02 | Pending sale | $85,000 |
| 2018-05-23 | Price change | $85,000 |
| 2018-04-24 | Listed for sale | $90,000 |
| 2018-04-12 | Pending sale | $90,000 |
| 2018-03-30 | Price change | $90,000 |
| 2018-02-26 | Listed for sale | $95,000 |
| 2006-05-30 | Sold | $69,500 |
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