1805 Oakland Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
3
Bed
2
Bath
1,895Sqft
0.27Acre(Lot)
Your Historic Riverbend dream home just hit the market! This charming Victorian-style beauty is bursting with character, opportunity, and nearly 1,900 sq. ft. of space to make your own! Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 baths, first-floor laundry, and timeless architectural details you simply can’t find in newer homes, this one is full of potential and personality. Located in the highly desirable NFC area, this home may qualify for a $15,000 FORGIVABLE loan program, giving buyers incredible assistance to personalize and build equity faster! Plus, it’s part of the Improving Our Neighborhood (ION) Program, offering even more opportunities to invest in this thriving community. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, investor, or someone dreaming of restoring a historic gem, this is the o
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 3Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished -
Flooring Information
Hardwood -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: Main Level -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1865 Building Area Total: 1895 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 75X158 Main Square Feet: 0.272 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.272 Lot Size Square Feet: 11850 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $189900 Original Price: $250000 Cash, Conventional
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 08005023001000 Annual Tax: $1922.59 Tax Legal Desc: 8F VAC ALLEY E OF & ADJ & N 25F LT 29 & 8F VAC ALLEY E OF & ADJ & LT 30 OAKLAND
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1
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Utility Information
Cable Available -
Location Information
Direction: From 2nd Avenue, head West onto Franklin Ave then go south (turn left) onto Oakland Avenue - home is on the left WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 227 Clark Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $235,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,339 | 1,339 SqFt |
| 328 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $119,900 | 2 | 1 | 808 | 808 SqFt |
| 1435 4th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $195,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,232 | 1,232 SqFt |
| 1325 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $160,000 | 6 | 3 | 2,167 | 2,167 SqFt |
| 717 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $269,000 | 11 | 6 | 4,233 | 4,233 SqFt |
| 1430 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $154,000 | 6 | 6 | 2,430 | 2,430 SqFt |
| 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 |
| 1256 10th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $180,000 | 4 | 2 | 805 | 805 SqFt |
| 1609 12th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $225,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,520 | 1,520 SqFt |
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