For Sale179d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
1251 S 230th Street
Des Moines, WA, 98198 • Central Des Moines • King County
$525,000
$450/sqft
-$15,000 since Mar 13, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
1,167Sqft
0.72 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Territorial Views
Territorial
1 1/2 Story Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Des Moines
Central Des Moines
Outdoor Living
Dining Room · Fireplace · Triple Pane Windows · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Electric · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Garage
Driveway · Attached Garage
Ceramic Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 179 days ago · 4,040 views · 185 saves
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Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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179 days on market
Established listing
$450/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1920 · Historic
JUST REDUCED!!! NO HOA and a lender credit available - ask your agent how this opportunity may benefit you! Built in 1920, this well-maintained home has withstood the test of time, offering solid construction paired with thoughtful modern updates. Inside, enjoy granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, durable LVP flooring, sound-resistant windows, and a 50-year roof for long-term peace of mind. This home was pre-inspected so you can see how SOLID this home truly is. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a 1-car garage, blending classic character with comfortable living. A cozy fireplace adds warmth during cooler months. Located at the end of a quiet dead-end road, the property offers exceptional privacy while remaining just minutes from the Des Moines waterfront, marina, beaches, restaurants, and local shops. The generous lot offers future potential, including space to explore a DADU/ADU, detached shop, or 2nd small residence (buyer to verify). The ravine behind the home was previously evaluated by a geotechnical surveyor and determined to be stable. It even withstood the historic rains in December! An added benefit: the land behind the home is YOURS, ensuring lasting privacy with no future development. That means the privacy of this property will always remain in place! This is a rare opportunity where charm, updates, location & potential come together. Come see it, fall in love and move into your next home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights cozy fireplace, solid construction, and exceptional privacy as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,268/month
Principal & Interest$2,568
Property Tax$525
Insurance$175
Down payment20% ($105,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $420,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1920
HeatingFireplace, Baseboard, Electric
CoolingNone
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot0.72 Acres
Days on Zillow179 Days
Price/sqft$450
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Style1 1/2 Story
ConditionVery Good
Year built1920
Stories1
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Baseboard, Electric
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Products
Water / SewerPublic, Company: King County Water / Sewer Connected, Company: Midway Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage
BasementNone
Fireplaces1
Lot0.72 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodCentral Des Moines
ZoningRS-8400
Annual tax$5,889
Parcel2011400112
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer
Dishwasher(s)
Dryer(s)
Garbage Disposal
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Washer(s)
Water Heater: Electric
Water Heater Location: Garage
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Vinyl Plank
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Baseboard
Electric
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Electric
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Triple Pane Windows
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Attached Garage
Construction
Wood Products
Patio & Porch
Dining Room
Fireplace
Triple Pane Windows
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Water Heater
Lot Features
Dead End Street
Cable TV
High Speed Internet
Views
Territorial
Room details
8 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
SecondBedroom
MainBathroom Full
MainDining Room
MainEntry Hall
MainKitchen Without Eating Space
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market179
Est. rent$2,535/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$450
On marketOct 8, 2025
PostedOct 9, 2025
Last sold$335,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 3, 2026
Tour days9
Views4,040
Favorites185
How are the schools in Des Moines?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Des Moines, WA, 98198
Price history
25 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 13, 2026Price Change$525,000$450NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 4, 2026Price Change$540,000$463NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 30, 2025Price Change$550,000$471NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 11, 2025Price Change$575,000$493NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 6, 2025Price Change$600,000$514NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 26, 2025Price Change$618,000$530NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 9, 2025Listed For Sale$625,000$536NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 26, 2018Sold$335,000$287NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 21, 2018Pending Sale$339,950$291Dimension Properties
Feb 14, 2018Price Change$339,950$291Dimension Properties
Jan 26, 2018Listed For Sale$344,950$296Dimension Properties
Jan 13, 2018Pending Sale$344,950$296Dimension Properties
Jan 3, 2018Price Change$344,950$296Dimension Properties
Dec 7, 2017Price Change$349,950$300Dimension Properties
Nov 30, 2017Price Change$354,950$304Dimension Properties
Nov 8, 2017Listed For Sale$359,950$308Dimension Properties
Sep 5, 2017Sold$233,000$200Public Record
Apr 7, 2017Listed For Sale——Auction.com
Nov 27, 2013Listing Removed$140,000$120John L Scott Real Estate
Sep 7, 2013Pending Sale$140,000$120John L Scott Real Estate
Aug 30, 2013Price Change$140,000$120John L Scott Real Estate
Aug 29, 2013Listed For Sale$170,000$146John L Scott Real Estate
Sep 8, 2011Listing Removed$1,300$1Rentbits
Aug 9, 2011Listed For Rent$1,300$1Rentbits
Nov 23, 1998Sold$103,848$89Public Record
Price Change$525,000
Mar 13, 2026•$450/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$540,000
Mar 4, 2026•$463/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$550,000
Dec 30, 2025•$471/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$575,000
Dec 11, 2025•$493/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$600,000
Nov 6, 2025•$514/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$618,000
Oct 26, 2025•$530/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$625,000
Oct 9, 2025•$536/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$335,000
Mar 26, 2018•$287/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$339,950
Feb 21, 2018•$291/sqft•Dimension Properties
Price Change$339,950
Feb 14, 2018•$291/sqft•Dimension Properties
Listed For Sale$344,950
Jan 26, 2018•$296/sqft•Dimension Properties
Pending Sale$344,950
Jan 13, 2018•$296/sqft•Dimension Properties
Price Change$344,950
Jan 3, 2018•$296/sqft•Dimension Properties
Price Change$349,950
Dec 7, 2017•$300/sqft•Dimension Properties
Price Change$354,950
Nov 30, 2017•$304/sqft•Dimension Properties
Listed For Sale$359,950
Nov 8, 2017•$308/sqft•Dimension Properties
Sold$233,000
Sep 5, 2017•$200/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale—
Apr 7, 20170•Auction.com
Listing Removed$140,000
Nov 27, 2013•$120/sqft•John L Scott Real Estate
Pending Sale$140,000
Sep 7, 2013•$120/sqft•John L Scott Real Estate
Price Change$140,000
Aug 30, 2013•$120/sqft•John L Scott Real Estate
Listed For Sale$170,000
Aug 29, 2013•$146/sqft•John L Scott Real Estate
Listing Removed$1,300
Sep 8, 2011•$1/sqft•Rentbits
Listed For Rent$1,300
Aug 9, 2011•$1/sqft•Rentbits
Sold$103,848
Nov 23, 1998•$89/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$5,888$495,000
Apr 7, 2023$5,547$444,000
Apr 7, 2022$5,553$482,000
Apr 7, 2021$5,074$386,000
Apr 7, 2020$4,545$326,000
Apr 7, 2019$4,342$314,000
Apr 7, 2018$3,258$248,000
Apr 7, 2017$3,428$224,000
Apr 7, 2016$2,409$185,000
Apr 7, 2015$2,409$169,000
Apr 7, 2014$2,409$158,000
Apr 7, 2013$2,409$123,000
Apr 7, 2012—$165,000
Apr 7, 2011—$179,000
Apr 7, 2010—$203,000
Apr 7, 2009—$203,000
Apr 7, 2007—$252,000
Apr 7, 2006—$238,000
Apr 7, 2005—$202,000
Apr 7, 2001$1,902$144,000
Apr 7, 2000$1,638$116,000
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Local context around this listing
Des Moines, WA • King County
Nearby neighborhoods
Central Des MoinesMarina DistrictNorth CentralNorth HillPacific RidgeRedondoSouth Des MoinesWoodmontZenith
Nearby cities
AuburnBellevueBothellFederal WayKentKirklandRedmondRenton
Nearby zip codes
9814898198
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