$97,800

1021 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314

  • 2 beds |
  • 1 bath |
  • 886 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1906
  • Property Lot Size Icon2,657sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $110/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 3 months ago

Property Description

Great Opportunity for First-Time Buyers or Investors! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is situated on a corner lot with street frontage on two sides. Whether you're a first-time buyer ready to begin your homeownership journey, looking to downsize or an investor searching for a rental-ready property, this home offers strong potential — and it already has a current rental certificate in place. Inside, you’ll find a functional layout with included appliances: refrigerator, gas stove, washer, and dryer, plus two window air conditioning units for added comfort. The home is currently vacant, allowing for easy and convenient showings. Please note: the property reflects normal wear and presents an opportunity for updates and improvements — priced with that in mind and ready for your personal touch. Owner is including a $5,000 allowance for home improvements and/or closing costs, providing added flexibility and value for the next owner. Don’t miss this affordable opportunity with great potential.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
December 5, 2025
Data Last Updated:
March 12, 2026 at 4:20PM
Listing Office:
Keller Williams Realty GDM : (515) 334-4900
Listing Agent:
Ron Gillum : (515) 991-3380
MLS ID:
731326
  • General: Dining Area
  • Appliances: DryerRefrigeratorStoveWasher
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring: CarpetLaminate
  • A/C: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
  • Style: Ranch
  • Roofing: AsphaltShingle
  • General: FrameWood Siding1Brick/Mortar
  • Road/Access: Concrete
  • Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
  • School District: Des Moines Independent
  • County: Polk
  • Zoning: N5W 44 F LOT 125 THIRD PLAT PROSPECT PARK080/05586-000-000
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Ron Gillum , Keller Williams Realty GDM

Monthly Payment

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  • Principal & Interest $
  • Property Taxes $
  • Home Insurance $
  • VA Funding Fee $

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Location

Schools Nearby

M

Moulton Elementary School

1541 8th St, Des Moines, IA, 50314

Grades EE-5

0.37 miles away

H

Harding Middle School

203 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313

Grades 6-8

1.36 miles away

N

North High School

501 Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313

Grades 9-12

0.61 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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