1602 Wilson Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50316
About This Home
Stepping onto the inviting enclosed front porch, you'll find a light-filled space perfect for morning coffee, a cozy sitting area, or a functional drop zone, and continue inside to a bright, open living area filled with natural light. Inside, you’ll find brand-new LVP flooring and a clean, modern feel throughout. The layout flows easily into the fully updated kitchen, featuring new cabinetry, sleek countertops, and stainless steel appliances ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The main level offers two comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom, creating a move-in ready, low-maintenance living experience. Upstairs, the finished attic provides flexible bonus space perfect for a home office, hobby area, or non-conforming bedroom. The full basement offers ample storage. Outside, the yard and detached garage add everyday convenience and usability. A great opportunity for a first-time buyer or investor!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- 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
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 768
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 11004632000000
- Zoning: N5
Lot
- Lot size: 7,274 sqft
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
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
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 | $803 | $9,636 |
| Home Insurance * | $142 | $1,704 |
| Property Taxes | $210 | $2,520 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,276 | $15,312 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Price change | $160,000 |
| 2026-04-02 | Listed for sale | $165,000 |
| 2026-03-02 | Listing removed | $169,999 |
| 2026-01-21 | Price change | $169,999 |
| 2025-09-26 | Price change | $174,999 |
| 2025-09-13 | Price change | $182,500 |
| 2025-08-30 | Listed for sale | $185,000 |
| 2025-06-26 | Sold | $90,000 |
| 2016-05-16 | Listing removed | $85,000 |
| 2015-11-20 | Listed for sale | $85,000 |
| 2002-08-16 | Sold | $89,500 |
| 2001-09-10 | Sold | $127 |
| 2000-01-19 | Sold | $28,500 |
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