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1527 Forest Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50314
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt3,729

Sqft

Acres0.10

Acre(Lot)

Strong investment opportunity in Des Moines! This duplex sitting on a corner lot, infront of a park, offers immediate income (combined current income $2,000) potential to raise rent on one unit to $1,100. Live in one and rent one or rent both units. Very big units with potential to finish basement (super high ceilings). Each unit features same layout well-sized bedrooms, functional layouts, and inviting living areas that make it easy to attract and retain renters. The property provides solid rental demand in the area, with room to increase value over time. Conveniently located near downtown, shopping, and major roads. Whether you're expanding your portfolio or getting started in real estate, this is a great opportunity to own an income-producing property with long-term upside. updated mech anicals and new roof/facia and soffits. Current rental certificate.

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Property Type : Residential Income

Price : $199,000

AD Id : 77959744

MLS Id : 737839

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.10 Acre

Living Area Size : 3,729

Year Built : 1924

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1924 Building Area Total: 3729 Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 50X85 Main Square Feet: 0.098 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.098 Lot Size Square Feet: 4250

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $199000 Assumable, Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 08003839000000 Annual Tax: $3300 Tax Legal Desc: S 85 F LOT 13 BLK 3 LAYMANS 2ND ADD

  • Utility Information

    Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
  • Location Information

    Direction: make a right them a left and you are there :)
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1534 9th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 $200,000 4 2 1,567 1,567 SqFt
1510 9th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 $265,000 3 3 2,234 2,234 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/10/2026 @ 03:57

MLS: 737839 LISTED BY: Adam Metzker, 515 Rentals & Sales LLC 515-240-6535 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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