1317 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
What's special
Built in 2009, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home on College Ave has been loved and looked after every year since. A covered front deck welcomes you in, and once inside you'll feel it immediately: solid bones, a smart layout, and pride of ownership that shows in every corner. The living room's electric fireplace sets a cozy tone, and the whole main level flows easily from living space to kitchen to bedrooms — no wasted square footage here. Big news for the next owner: the roof, AC, and furnace have all been recently replaced, so the major systems everyone worries about are already handled. That means you get to focus on the fun stuff, like the unfinished basement just waiting for your vision. With egress windows already in place, it's easily configured to add a 4th bedroom, a rec room, or both — giving you built-in equity potential when you're ready. No garage, but there's space to add one if that's on your wish list. This home is designated for owner-occupants only, and income restrictions may apply — check agent remarks for full eligibility details. A comfortable 1,056 square feet and a price point built for real life. This is a rare chance to own a genuinely well-built, well-maintained home. Schedule your showing today.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
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Nora Crosthwaite (515)783-9815,
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Egress Windows,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,056
- Total interior livable area: 1,056 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 6,621 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 08000576000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2009
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Senior community: Yes
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $199/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $145,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,622
- Date on market: 7/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 98 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/5/2026 | Pending sale | $210,000$199/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $210,000-4.5%$199/sqft |
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| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000+2.3%$208/sqft |
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| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $215,000+84.5%$204/sqft |
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| 11/12/2009 | Sold | $116,500+2018.2%$110/sqft |
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| 4/2/2009 | Sold | $5,500$5/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,320 +2.3% | $145,500 +15.7% |
| 2024 | $2,268 +14.7% | $125,800 |
| 2023 | $1,978 +0.9% | $125,800 +35.6% |
| 2022 | $1,960 +5.9% | $92,800 |
| 2021 | $1,850 -3.4% | $92,800 +12.2% |
| 2020 | $1,916 +6.4% | $82,700 |
| 2019 | $1,800 +1.4% | $82,700 +9.5% |
| 2018 | $1,776 | $75,500 |
| 2017 | $1,776 +0.5% | $75,500 -0.4% |
| 2016 | $1,768 | $75,800 |
| 2015 | $1,768 | $75,800 +7.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $70,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $70,400 -16.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $84,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $84,500 -5.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,700 +1768.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $4,800 +4.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $4,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $4,600 -9.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $5,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $5,100 +9.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $4,670 +24.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $3,750 |
| 2001 | -- | $3,750 |
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