# 328 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314 > **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $120,000 ($149/sqft), built 1916, 808 sqft. > Fireplace, A/C. Est. $642/mo. Listed 10 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $120,000 | | Price/sqft | $149 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 full | | Square Feet | 808 | | Year Built | 1916 | | Lot Size | 5,227 sqft (0.12 acres) | | Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 10 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $607 | | Estimated Insurance | $35 | | **Total** | **$642** | ## Key Amenities - Fireplace - A/C ## Property Highlights - Built in 1916 - 0.12 acre lot - Fireplace ## Description ### Agent Description Investors, landlords, and 1st time homebuyers, we present to you 328 Forest Avenue in Des Moines, IA! This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch offers 808 square feet of living space in a convenient location near downtown Des Moines and Interstate 235. Built in 1916, this property combines classic character with practical updates, creating an opportunity for buyers looking to expand their rental portfolio or explore their next investment project. Inside, the home features a spacious living room with hardwood floors, two main-level bedrooms, and an enclosed front porch that adds usable space. The updated kitchen includes newer cabinetry, countertops, and appliances, with the stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, and dryer included. Main-level laundry adds everyday convenience, while the unfinished basement provides additional storage space. Whether you are an experienced investor searching for your next acquisition or looking to enter the Des Moines rental market, 328 Forest Avenue deserves a closer look. ## Location - **Address:** 328 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314 - **County:** Polk - **Neighborhood:** RUTHERFURD HEIGHTS - **Coordinates:** 41.603314, -93.622126 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.603314,-93.622126 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Aaron O'Tool - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Concepts - **Broker Phone:** 641-791-2800 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/328-Forest-Ave_Des-Moines_IA_50314_M75432-81564?f=listhub&s=NCMLSIA&m=6343849&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f2127093362r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f1639768178r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f1052962255r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f938633147r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f4105342132r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f2763690039r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f2228455904r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f1586544926r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f834142594r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f1662786841r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f2601620550r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f2092781887r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f3147470225r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f1724118675r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f971013332r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f2258328773r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 17](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f2713865798r.jpg) ![328 Forest Avenue - Photo 18](http://lh.rdcpix.com/40ff43640188276eda0d4045a40777e8l-f3539188635r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 6343849 | **Updated:** 2026-10-24 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 NoCoast MLS. 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/328-forest-avenue-des-moines-ia-50314-3685b02439674b8299e1a9b42da8a1aa) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/328-forest-avenue-des-moines-ia-50314-3685b02439674b8299e1a9b42da8a1aa#listing", "url": "https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/328-forest-avenue-des-moines-ia-50314-3685b02439674b8299e1a9b42da8a1aa", "name": "328 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314", "description": "Investors, landlords, and 1st time homebuyers, we present to you 328 Forest Avenue in Des Moines, IA! This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch offers 808 square feet of living space in a convenient location near downtown Des Moines and Interstate 235. 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