Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath, 2-story home with 988 sq ft of finished living space. Enjoy relaxing on the large covered front porch and appreciate the low-maintenance siding. The privacy-fenced backyard offers great space for outdoor activities. Convenient main-level laundry and all appliances are included for a move-in ready feel. Located near the fairgrounds with quick access to downtown for easy commuting.
Sold for $140,000
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$140,000
2514 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
988sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
3,354.12 Square Feet Lot
$140,000 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$1,384 Estimated rent
Home value
$140,000
$133,000 - $147,000
$1,384/mo
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Privacy-fenced backyardLow-maintenance sidingLarge covered front porchMain-level laundry
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Listed by:
Teresa Knox 515-240-3078,
Iowa Realty Ankeny,
John W. Knox 515-201-7499,
Iowa Realty Ankeny
Bought with:
Mindy Blasberg
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 725774
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 988
- Total interior livable area: 988 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 3,354 sqft
- Dimensions: 25 x 134
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 05001781000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Sold | $140,000$142/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Pending sale | $140,000$142/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $140,000+1.4%$142/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Price change | $138,000-1.4%$140/sqft |
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| 9/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $140,000+16.7%$142/sqft |
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| 1/27/2023 | Sold | $120,000+2.1%$121/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #660596 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2022 | Pending sale | $117,500$119/sqft |
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| 12/7/2022 | Price change | $117,500-2.9%$119/sqft |
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| 11/6/2022 | Price change | $121,000-6.2%$122/sqft |
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| 11/4/2022 | Pending sale | $129,000$131/sqft |
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| 10/3/2022 | Price change | $129,000-4.4%$131/sqft |
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| 9/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $135,000+900%$137/sqft |
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| 11/10/1999 | Sold | $13,500-15.1%$14/sqft |
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| 6/30/1999 | Sold | $15,900+51.4%$16/sqft |
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| 6/9/1998 | Sold | $10,500$11/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,672 +2.1% | $111,800 +34.2% |
| 2024 | $1,638 +3.7% | $83,300 |
| 2023 | $1,580 +0.8% | $83,300 +24.3% |
| 2022 | $1,568 +8% | $67,000 |
| 2021 | $1,452 -13.2% | $67,000 +15.1% |
| 2020 | $1,674 +24% | $58,200 |
| 2019 | $1,350 +1% | $58,200 +15.9% |
| 2018 | $1,336 | $50,200 |
| 2017 | $1,336 +7.2% | $50,200 +6.1% |
| 2016 | $1,246 | $47,300 |
| 2015 | $1,246 +2.3% | $47,300 -0.6% |
| 2014 | $1,218 | $47,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $47,600 -11.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $54,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $54,000 -3.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $56,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $56,200 +1.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $55,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $55,600 +14.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $48,700 +5.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $46,100 +33.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $34,610 |
| 2001 | -- | $34,610 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fairground
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Capitol View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 1/10Hiatt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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