# 1215 E Madison Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313 > **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $150,000 ($160/sqft), built 1870, 936 sqft. > Hardwood, A/C, 1-car garage. Est. $802/mo. Listed 50 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $150,000 | | Price/sqft | $160 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 full | | Square Feet | 936 | | Year Built | 1870 | | Lot Size | 9,583 sqft (0.22 acres) | | Garage | 1-car | | Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 50 | ## Why This Home Stands Out - **Hardwood Floors** - Hardwood flooring listed ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $758 | | Estimated Insurance | $44 | | **Total** | **$802** | ## Key Amenities - Hardwood - A/C - 1-car garage ## Property Highlights - Built in 1870 - 0.22 acre lot ## Description ### Agent Description Welcome home to this charming bungalow offering over 900 sq. ft. of comfortable living space! This inviting home features 2 bedrooms, a spacious family room, and a bonus sunroom filled with windows and abundant natural light-perfect for relaxing, reading, or enjoying your morning coffee. The detached 1-car garage provides convenient parking and additional storage. Ideally located with easy access to downtown and the interstate system, making your commute and getting around the Metro a breeze. A great opportunity for a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor looking for a conveniently located home with plenty of charm and potential! ## Location - **Address:** 1215 E Madison Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313 - **County:** Polk - **Coordinates:** 41.632868, -93.603894 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.632868,-93.603894 ## Virtual Tour & Media - **Video Tour:** https://mosaics-media.com/1215-E-Madison-Ave/idx ## Listing Agent - **Name:** SUSAN VANDERWAAL - **Brokerage:** Iowa Realty Co., Inc. - **Phone:** 5154536148 - **Broker Phone:** (800) 724-2297 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1215-E-Madison-Ave_Des-Moines_IA_50313_M87703-17656?f=listhub&s=DMAARIA&m=747724&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f1966508825r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f428562550r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f2943453689r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f1939045455r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f1488371471r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f2158223057r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f2181920760r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f974994380r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f181587312r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f3899772391r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f3648216920r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f3323161540r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f264865737r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f988948637r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f3944508934r.jpg) ![1215 E Madison Avenue - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/64a258f10543c0ae8da706f27f8e32c1l-f774649571r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 747724 | **Updated:** 2026-10-09 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. 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