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$157,876$151 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $101,500 on Aug 29, 2002

1521 RICHMOND AVE

DES MOINES, IA 50316
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,047 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$158K
$132K low$184K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$101,500 · Aug 29, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,528 (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.$209,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$186,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$209,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Block (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 · 24 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Cattell Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
North High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Goodrell Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Des Moines Independent Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50316These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.16,310
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,550 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,676
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,864
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

1521 Richmond 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 79% of homes in Polk County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Highland Park
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Highland Park

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50316

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

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$67K$261K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Des Moines 50316.

How it measures up in Des Moines 50316

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Moines 50316.

Estimated value$157,876
CheaperTypical $147,633Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,047 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,092 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1919Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 1521 Richmond Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland ParkDes Moines 50316Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,87662% of homes58% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15156% of homes67% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,047 ft²60% of homes45% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac77% of homes65% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than195891% of homes84% of homes32% of homes

About 1521 Richmond Ave

How much is 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA is $157,876 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $131,836 to $183,916. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA last sell?

1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA last sold on Aug 29, 2002 for $101,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA?

1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,047 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA built?

1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA?

1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA is assigned to Cattell Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; North High School (high), rated F; Goodrell 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 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50316?

Among the 4,923 homes in Des Moines 50316, it is worth more than 58% of them ($157,876 against a typical $147,633), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($151 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,047 ft² against a typical 1,092 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (1958 against a typical 1919). 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 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1521 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA was $3,528. The county assessed it at $209,000.

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