1805 Oakland Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314

Des Moines
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Innovations
1805 Oakland Avenue,Des Moines, IA 50314
$195,500
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,895 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: michele nyheim
Office: re/max concepts
MLS#:737670
Source:IA_DMAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$195,500
  • Price per sq. ft.:$103.17

About this home

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 opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Minutes from I-235, downtown, restaurants and only about 10 minutes to Blank Park Zoo, I-80 and the the airport! Historic charm. Prime location. Endless...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1865
  • Listing ID #:737670
  • Added:50 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 24, 2026 at 02:48 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Hardwood
  • Dining Description:Dining Area
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Unfinished
  • Living area:1,895 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt, Shingle
  • Year built:1865
  • Building area:1,895 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.27 Acres
  • Lot Features:Rectangular Lot
  • Architectural Style:Two Story, Victorian
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Covered, Deck, Fully Fenced
  • Foundation Description:Brick/Mortar
  • Levels:2 Story

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$195,500
  • Price per sq. ft.:$103.17
  • Tax amount:$1,923

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Main Level, Washer
  • Amenities:Smoke Detectors

Parking

  • Parking description:Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1

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