250 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully updated home in the historic River Bend neighborhood! Thoughtfully renovated while preserving its timeless character, all improvements were approved by the Historic Preservation Commission. As you enter, you're welcomed by a functional mudroom that serves as the perfect drop zone for everyday living. The main level features a formal dining room, a spacious living area ideal for entertaining, and an updated kitchen that blends style with practicality. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom. An attached garage adds everyday convenience. If you've been looking for a home that combines historic charm with modern updates, this is one you won't want to miss!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1916
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Metal Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,544
- Total interior livable area: 1,544 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 02284000000
- Zoning: N5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 4,791 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached,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
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- 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 | $1,642 | $19,704 |
| Home Insurance * | $374 | $4,488 |
| Property Taxes | $452 | $5,424 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $2,589 | $31,068 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $324,900 |
| 2026-07-11 | Listed for sale | $330,000 |
| 2023-05-03 | Sold | $85,000 |
| 2023-04-10 | Pending sale | $85,000 |
| 2023-04-06 | Listed for sale | $85,000 |
| 2010-07-16 | Sold | $75,000 |
| 2004-05-13 | Sold | $59,500 |
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