148 E Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313
About This Home
This charming 2-bed, 1.5-bath home is the perfect opportunity for first-time buyers or investors looking for an affordable property in a convenient location near schools, shopping, and highway access. The front entrance opens to a functional enclosed porch/mudroom, offering excellent extra storage. The spacious living room features sliding glass doors that provide access to your fully fenced backyard—ideal for pets, gardening, or weekend BBQs. An inviting eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a dedicated main-floor laundry room and a convenient half-bath. Upstairs, you'll find two cozy bedrooms and a beautifully remodeled 3/4 bathroom. Some of the home’s major big-ticket items have already been updated including the roof, furnace, and siding (all in 2019). Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to build equity in a prime location. Schedule your tour today!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1898
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 898
- Total interior livable area: 898 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 07003100000000
- Zoning: N3A
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 54 x 202
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- 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 * | $136 | $1,632 |
| Property Taxes | $201 | $2,412 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,165 | $13,980 |
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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Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Price change | $129,900 |
| 2026-07-16 | Listed for sale | $139,900 |
| 2021-09-13 | Sold | $115,000 |
| 2021-08-13 | Pending sale | $115,000 |
| 2021-08-02 | Price change | $115,000 |
| 2021-06-02 | Price change | $119,900 |
| 2021-05-17 | Pending sale | $125,000 |
| 2021-05-05 | Price change | $125,000 |
| 2021-04-20 | Price change | $120,000 |
| 2021-04-15 | Listed for sale | $105,000 |
| 2009-05-11 | Listing removed | $60,000 |
| 2009-04-30 | Price change | $60,000 |
| 2008-11-05 | Listed for sale | $65,000 |
| 2008-03-25 | Sold | $23,500 |
| 2008-02-06 | Listed for sale | $24,900 |
| 2008-01-10 | Sold | $43,000 |
| 2008-01-01 | Price change | $32,900 |
| 2007-12-01 | Price change | $39,900 |
| 2007-11-24 | Listed for sale | $44,900 |
| 2007-09-13 | Sold | $75,218 |
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