1431 E 15th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
SOLD
NOV 17, 2025

1431 E 15th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,295 sqft

$144,000

Last Sold: Nov 17, 2025
1% below list $145K
$111/sqft

$144,000

Last Sold: Nov 17, 2025
1% below list $145K
$111/sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,295 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Welcome to 1431 E 15th St! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offers a fantastic layout and plenty of updates, making it a great opportunity for first-time buyers or anyone looking for convenient one-level living. Step inside to a spacious kitchen with vaulted ceilings, loads of cabinet space, and all appliances included. The double doors into the primary bedroom add a nice touch, while the dedicated laundry room with washer and dryer makes life easy.
The home has seen important updates in the last 5 years, including a newer roof, HVAC, water heater, 220 panel, and some windows. Outside, you’ll find a partially fenced yard, plus a garage that needs some TLC but works perfectly for storage. Located close to shopping, dining, and other amenities, this home blends practicality with potential—ready for you to make it your own!
1431 E 15th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,295 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 1949. It last sold for $144,000 on Nov 17, 2025 (1% below the $145,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $143,400, with a rent estimate of $1,462/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$111/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1431 E 15th St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1295 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Laminate, Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Open, PatioFencing: Wood, PartialExterior: Fence, PatioFoundation: Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Carport,Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 25

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: See Remarks, Wood Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11000203000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $145,000Price Per Sqft: $111/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Oct 08 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1295 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6490.44 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 725912Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 770-3689Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11000203000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Erickson, Angela J, (515) 770-3689
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with: Cathy McAulay, (515) 974-9071, Century 21 Signature
Co-Buyer's Agent: Lynette Williamson, (515) 250-1155, Century 21 Signature
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#725912

Price History for 1431 E 15th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/17/2025$144,000Sold
DMMLS #725912
10/08/2025$145,000PendingDMMLS #725912
09/23/2025$145,000PriceChange
DMMLS #725912
09/09/2025$150,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #725912
06/08/2004$37,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$206K
$5.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$187
$3MoM
Available listings
1004
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,756
Assessment$110,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1431 E 15th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1429 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$147,000
01/06/26
3
1
957
1411 Idaho St, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$128,000
02/27/26
2
1
673
1416 Cleveland Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$98,000
11/14/25
3
1
875
1345 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$181,500
02/19/26
3
1
900
1418 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$170,000
11/26/25
3
1
899
1406 E 15th St, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$100,000
08/25/25
2
1
823

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Neighborhood Overview

M.L. King Jr. Park
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What Locals Say about M.L. King Jr. Park

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 29 % Say neighbors are friendly

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Brandi a. N. I.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 2 years and stuff has been stolen from my yard, there is graffiti all over my house on the outside."
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  • Brandi a. N. I.
    "Nothing makes my neighborhood unique. The kids are thieves and my stuff has been stolen multiple times."
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