# 301 E Court Avenue #203, Des Moines, IA 50309 > **TL;DR:** 1bd/1ba multi-family, $225,000 ($212/sqft), built 1885, 1,060 sqft. > Hardwood, A/C, 2-car garage. Est. $1,657/mo. Listed 291 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $225,000 | | Price/sqft | $212 | | Bedrooms | 1 | | Bathrooms | 1 full | | Square Feet | 1,060 | | Year Built | 1885 | | Garage | 2-car | | Property Type | Multi-Family (Apartment) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 291 | ## Why This Home Stands Out - **Hardwood Floors** - Hardwood flooring listed ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,138 | | Estimated Insurance | $66 | | HOA | $453 | | **Total** | **$1,657** | ## Key Amenities - Hardwood - A/C - 2-car garage ## Property Highlights - Built in 1885 ## Description ### Agent Description Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, this condo at 301 E Court Ave #203 offers a rare blend of historic character and modern convenience in a building originally constructed in 1885. Exposed brick walls and classic brick character highlight the charm of this low maintenance residence, while granite countertops, an updated bathroom, and thoughtful updates make it move in ready. Enjoy a private balcony and the convenience of a heated parking space with additional storage included. The unbeatable location places you just steps from the Historic Court Avenue District and the East Village, with easy access to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, boutiques, entertainment, the riverwalk, trails, and downtown events. This is effortless urban living with character, comfort, and walkability at the center of it all. All information obtained from seller and public record. ## Location - **Address:** 301 E Court Avenue #203, Des Moines, IA 50309 - **County:** Polk - **Coordinates:** 41.586378, -93.612726 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.586378,-93.612726 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Chris Kew - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Precision - **Broker Phone:** (515) 223-9492 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/301-E-Court-Ave-Unit-203_Des-Moines_IA_50309_M85474-66617?f=listhub&s=DMAARIA&m=732955&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2111627393r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f384608609r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2298706120r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f3738464027r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2111627393r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f946487363r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2455361072r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f3025498281r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2480500385r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f3711438616r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f4016145676r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f3887414757r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f1555701002r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f3412983891r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2982841073r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f3946834689r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 17](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2007381561r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 18](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2853033400r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 19](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f3101187107r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 20](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2230643215r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 21](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f1300249104r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 22](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f3091135856r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 23](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f1957215661r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 24](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2430878708r.jpg) ![301 E Court Avenue #203 - Photo 25](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0db828031e31aae72d058d13335685f9l-f2259375612r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 732955 | **Updated:** 2026-10-27 **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://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/301-e-court-avenue-des-moines-ia-50309-9cad4fdf1da04e2096ed1ae8faabad24) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/301-e-court-avenue-des-moines-ia-50309-9cad4fdf1da04e2096ed1ae8faabad24#listing", "url": "https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/301-e-court-avenue-des-moines-ia-50309-9cad4fdf1da04e2096ed1ae8faabad24", "name": "301 E Court Avenue #203, Des Moines, IA 50309", "description": "Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, this condo at 301 E Court Ave #203 offers a rare blend of historic character and modern convenience in a building originally constructed in 1885. 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