# 1437 Mattern Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316 > **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $192,000 ($198/sqft), built 1920, 972 sqft. > A/C. Est. $1,027/mo. Listed 65 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $192,000 | | Price/sqft | $198 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 full | | Square Feet | 972 | | Year Built | 1920 | | Lot Size | 8,494 sqft (0.19 acres) | | Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 65 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $971 | | Estimated Insurance | $56 | | **Total** | **$1,027** | ## Key Amenities - A/C ## Property Highlights - Built in 1920 - 0.20 acre lot ## Description ### AI Summary A completely fenced yard provides defined outdoor space for this 1920 single-family home at 1437 Mattern Avenue in Des Moines. The 972-square-foot residence offers two bedrooms and one bathroom, with new carpet in the bedrooms, new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the rest of the home, and fresh paint throughout. The layout includes a separate formal dining room, creating a dedicated space for meals or gatherings. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher, while a washer and dryer are also included. A new water heater adds to the recent updates. Outside, the property sits on a 0.20-acre lot and includes a deck. The garage is partially finished, providing additional utility. Central air and natural gas forced-air heating support year-round comfort. Listed at $192,000, this Des Moines home combines updated interior finishes with practical features and a manageable two-bedroom layout. ### Agent Description Many recent updates to this home including new water heater, new carpet in the bedrooms, new LVP everywhere else, and fresh paint throughout. Garage is partially finished. Yard is completely fenced. ## Location - **Address:** 1437 Mattern Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316 - **County:** Polk - **Coordinates:** 41.610923, -93.598748 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.610923,-93.598748 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Scott Leff - **Brokerage:** Iotis Realty LLC - **Phone:** 5156690923 - **Broker Phone:** (888) 554-6847 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1437-Mattern-Ave_Des-Moines_IA_50316_M71754-92605?f=listhub&s=DMAARIA&m=744984&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f2020417694r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f1394047038r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f1449164470r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f3934316351r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f2300697796r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f4273331773r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f1102124180r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f999817286r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f99676300r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f3928652919r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f435856179r.jpg) ![1437 Mattern Avenue - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b02061d8e3e1786816dbd194b4ceccf7l-f2385119471r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 744984 | **Updated:** 2026-09-02 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1437-mattern-avenue-des-moines-ia-50316-a744984) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1437-mattern-avenue-des-moines-ia-50316-a744984#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1437-mattern-avenue-des-moines-ia-50316-a744984", "name": "1437 Mattern Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316", "description": "A completely fenced yard provides defined outdoor space for this 1920 single-family home at 1437 Mattern Avenue in Des Moines. The 972-square-foot residence offers two bedrooms and one bathroom, with new carpet in the bedrooms, new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the rest of the home, and fresh paint throughout. 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