705 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
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OFF MARKET

705 E Miller Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315

South Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,256 sqft (on 0.47 acres)

$153,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,062/mo*
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$153,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,062/mo*
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3 Beds
1 Bath
1,256 sqft
(on 0.47 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1912
Lot Size
0.47 acres
Living Area
1,256 sqft
Price/Sqft
$122

About this House

Charming 3BR/1BA bungalow on a spacious lot just under ½ acre in Des Moines! Newer roof and vinyl siding provide exterior peace of mind. The backyard offers plenty of green space—perfect for creating a private outdoor oasis. Inside, the home needs some TLC but offers great potential for first-time buyers or investors. Solid structure with room to update and make it your own. Don’t miss this opportunity to add value and build equity in a great location!
705 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,256 sqft single-family home in South Park, built in 1912. It last sold for the $159,000 asking price on Aug 25, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $153,600, with a rent estimate of $1,435/month.

Home Details for 705 E Miller Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1256 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: RefrigeratorLaundry: Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: ElectricHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Block
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 8

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1912
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 01000943000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jul 17 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: 1256 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.47 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 721856Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 778-2572Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-01000943000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Tylonda Mason, (515) 778-2572
Platinum Realty LLC
Bought with: Alvarado Vazquez, Carmen, (515) 447-3110, EXP Realty, LLC
Co-Buyer's Agent: Rocio Hermosillo, (515) 657-0766, EXP Realty, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#721856

Price History for 705 E Miller Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/25/2025$159,000Sold
DMMLS #721856
07/17/2025$159,000PendingDMMLS #721856
07/09/2025$159,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #721856
03/25/2016$95,000Sold
DMMLS #509143
02/15/2016$100,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/25/2016$110,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/16/2015$120,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,694
Assessment$160,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 705 E Miller Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1104 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$165,000
02/13/26
3
1
944
117 E Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,042
3111 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$167,000
02/02/26
2
1
912
314 E Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/10/25
2
1
864
3909 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$212,800
12/01/25
3
2
910
435 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$187,000
10/14/25
3
1
936
442 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$192,000
11/14/25
3
2
972
336 E Broad St, Des Moines, IA
0.61
Single-Family Home
$135,000
06/08/26
2
1
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Neighborhood Overview

South Park
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What Locals Say about South Park

At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 20 % Say there's wildlife

  • 19 % Say there are community events

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    "Well maintained and well kept under control. Very friendly neighborhood. If i could i would move back to the area/home. "
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  • Lorri H.
    "Right on the bus line, hyvee is just a couple blocks away, also laundromat and car wash, everything is close by, even if you are walking you won't have to go far"
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