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$157,636$143 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $155,000 on Jun 27, 2025

1116 ROSE AVE

DES MOINES, IA 50315
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,102 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$158K
$130K low$185K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Jun 27, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,836 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$169,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$151,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$169,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 96 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Park Avenue Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Lincoln High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Brody Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Des Moines Independent Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50315These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,555
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,695 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,898
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,643
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1116 Rose Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Polk County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Des Moines 50315
  • Older than 83% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50315

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$90K$378K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Des Moines 50315.

How it measures up in Des Moines 50315

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Moines 50315.

Estimated value$157,636
CheaperTypical $182,905Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,102 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,044 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 1116 Rose Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGray's LakeDes Moines 50315Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,63619% of homes29% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14322% of homes26% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,102 ft²36% of homes57% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac26% of homes14% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than193941% of homes25% of homes17% of homes

About 1116 Rose Ave

How much is 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA is $157,636 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $130,461 to $184,811. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA last sell?

1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA last sold on Jun 27, 2025 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA?

1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,102 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA built?

1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA?

1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA is assigned to Park Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Lincoln High School (high), rated F; Brody Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Des Moines Independent Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50315?

Among the 11,982 homes in Des Moines 50315, it is worth more than 29% of them ($157,636 against a typical $182,905), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($143 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,102 ft² against a typical 1,044 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1939 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 14% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1116 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA was $2,836. The county assessed it at $169,200.

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