For sale

Price cut: $7K (8/24)

$163,000

2608 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

2beds

823sqft

$1,216/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1915

5,360 Square Feet Lot

$158,600 Zestimate^®

$198/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Full of characterImpressively clean basementMove-in-ready feelWell-kept homeExceptionally well cared for

Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence that’s full of character and has been exceptionally well cared for over the years. From the moment you step inside, you’ll appreciate how clean and well-maintained the home is, offering a move-in-ready feel while still preserving its timeless charm. The detached garage, built in 2008, provides excellent space for parking, storage, or a workshop. Downstairs, you’ll find an impressively clean basement with endless potential—whether you’re looking for additional storage, a hobby space, or envisioning future finished living space. Conveniently located next to a church and just 3½ blocks from the Iowa State Fairgrounds, this home offers easy access to one of Des Moines’ most iconic destinations while being nestled in an established neighborhood. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or searching for a great investment opportunity, this well-kept home is one you won’t want to miss!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Features

Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
Basement: Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 823
Total interior livable area: 823 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Garage spaces: 1

Features

Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 5,360 Square Feet
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 05000052000000
Zoning: N3C

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1915

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $198/sqft
Tax assessed value: $137,200
Annual tax amount: $2,586
Date on market: 7/24/2026
Cumulative days on market: 36 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA

Estimated market value

$158,600

$151,000 - $167,000

$1,185/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/24/2026	Price change	$163,000-4.1%$198/sqft
Source: DMMLS #745662 Report a problem
7/24/2026	Listed for sale	$170,000+128.2%$207/sqft
Source: DMMLS #745662 Report a problem
5/27/2011	Sold	$74,500$91/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,152 +2.3%	$137,200 +16.9%
2024	$2,104 +8%	$117,400
2023	$1,948 +0.9%	$117,400 +28.3%
2022	$1,930 +8.8%	$91,500
2021	$1,774 -3.5%	$91,500 +14.8%
2020	$1,838 +11.9%	$79,700
2019	$1,642 +1.4%	$79,700 +14.5%
2018	$1,620	$69,600
2017	$1,620 +8.9%	$69,600 +6.7%
2016	$1,488	$65,200
2015	$1,488 +5.8%	$65,200 +2.2%
2014	$1,406	$63,800
2013	--	$63,800 -12.1%
2012	--	$72,600
2011	--	$72,600 -8.8%
2010	--	$79,600 +2.7%
2009	--	$77,500 +7.3%
2008	--	$72,200
2007	--	$72,200 +31.8%
2006	--	$54,800
2005	--	$54,800 +12.6%
2003	--	$48,660 +9.1%
2002	--	$44,600
2001	--	$44,600