Holy moly, this yard. Sitting on 1.72 acres surrounded by nature, 10050 NE University Ave delivers what acreage buyers are actually searching for: privacy, mature trees, and 2,208 sq ft of combined attached garage and outbuilding space. That's nearly as much garage and shop as living space. Over 1,000 sq ft of it was set up as a woodworking shop with electricity, plus the oversized attached garage with high ceilings AND an extra storage shed for tools and equipment. Cars, projects, hobbies, toys. There's room for all of it.
The house holds its own too. 2,369 sq ft with four generously sized bedrooms and three bathrooms, all in the Southeast Polk school district. The living room centers on a beautiful brick fireplace, and large windows frame a stunning view of the backyard, where trees, wildlife, and open sky replace the usual suburban backdrop.
The primary suite feels like a private retreat, with a skylight in the bathroom and sliding doors that open directly onto the deck. The perfect spot for your morning coffee.
If you've been searching for acreage, privacy, and serious shop space, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (9/24)
$620,000
10050 NE University Ave, Runnells, IA 50237
4beds
2,369sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
1.72 Acres Lot
$592,900 Zestimate®
$262/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature treesFour generously sized bedroomsThree bathroomsSkylight in the bathroom
- 88 days
- 1,226
- 73
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Celeste Rose (515)516-0105,
Real Broker, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745252
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,369
- Total interior livable area: 2,369 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Storage
Lot
- Size: 1.72 Acres
- Dimensions: 316.2 x 304
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Storage
- Parcel number: 14000337001000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Runnells
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $262/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $355,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,613
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 88 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$592,900
$563,000 - $623,000
$2,578/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Price change | $620,000-0.8%$262/sqft |
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| 8/6/2026 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$264/sqft |
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| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000$274/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,372 -0.1% | $355,400 +8.9% |
| 2024 | $4,378 -9% | $326,300 |
| 2023 | $4,810 +1.3% | $326,300 +12.8% |
| 2022 | $4,748 +2.2% | $289,300 |
| 2021 | $4,644 +1.6% | $289,300 +7.6% |
| 2020 | $4,572 +3.7% | $268,900 |
| 2019 | $4,410 -0.5% | $268,900 +7.8% |
| 2018 | $4,430 | $249,400 |
| 2017 | $4,430 -1.4% | $249,400 +9.4% |
| 2016 | $4,494 | $227,900 |
| 2015 | $4,494 -3.7% | $227,900 -2.3% |
| 2014 | $4,668 | $233,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $233,300 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $234,700 +3.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $226,100 +3.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $218,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $218,300 -4.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $229,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $229,300 +10.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $207,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $207,000 +2.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $201,470 +11.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $180,180 |
| 2001 | -- | $180,180 |
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Neighborhood: 50237
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Southeast Polk
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
