Welcome to this charming all-brick ranch home in the heart of Des Moines! This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom gem is
filled with original character, from the hardwood floors to the unique keyhole door knobs. Step inside and you will
instantly Feel the warmth of this well-maintained home with great curb appeal. The main floor features a cozy living space with a good sized kitchen and formal dining room along with 2 bedrooms and a beautifully updated bathroom. The basement offers the perfect opportunity to finish into a spacious family room and upstairs, an unfinished attic provides even more potential for added living space. Recent updates include a new roof, furnace, remodeled bathroom, new kitchen flooring, and updated electrical. Outside enjoy a fully fenced backyard perfect for gatherings plus a 2-car detached garage. Do not miss your chance to own this charming brick home with endless potential!
Sold for $170,000
$170,000
2622 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
1,079sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
8,058.6 Square Feet Lot
$169,900 Zestimate®
$158/sqft
$1,381 Estimated rent
Home value
$169,900
$161,000 - $180,000
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Formal dining roomOriginal characterUnique keyhole door knobsGreat curb appealAll-brick ranch homeHardwood floorsCozy living space
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Listed by:
Kaity Brown (515)249-5695,
RE/MAX Revolution
Bought with:
Shauna Sturdivant
The American Real Estate Co.
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 725526
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Daylight,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,079
- Total interior livable area: 1,079 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 8,058 sqft
- Dimensions: 60 x 134
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 05000048000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Sold | $170,000-5.6%$158/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #725526 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Pending sale | $180,000$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725526 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2025 | Price change | $180,000-5.3%$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725526 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $190,000+90.2%$176/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725526 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2020 | Listing removed | $99,900+19.8%$93/sqft |
Source: Fusion Realtors #580904 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2019 | Sold | $83,400-16.5%$77/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #580904 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2019 | Pending sale | $99,900$93/sqft |
Source: Fusion Realtors #580904 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $99,900+81.6%$93/sqft |
Source: Fusion Realtors #580904 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2011 | Sold | $55,000$51/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #384424 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2011 | Listing removed | $55,000$51/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #384424 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $55,000-53.2%$51/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #384424 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2006 | Sold | $117,500+20.5%$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2005 | Sold | $97,500$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,576 +2.1% | $147,400 +14.9% |
| 2024 | $2,524 +5.7% | $128,300 |
| 2023 | $2,388 +0.8% | $128,300 +26.7% |
| 2022 | $2,370 +5.9% | $101,300 |
| 2021 | $2,238 -21.6% | $101,300 +12.9% |
| 2020 | $2,856 +20.8% | $89,700 -18.6% |
| 2019 | $2,364 +1.2% | $110,200 +14.2% |
| 2018 | $2,336 | $96,500 |
| 2017 | $2,336 +6.9% | $96,500 +5.2% |
| 2016 | $2,186 | $91,700 |
| 2015 | $2,186 +5.2% | $91,700 +1.8% |
| 2014 | $2,078 | $90,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $90,100 -12.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $103,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $103,400 -10.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $115,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $115,800 +1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $114,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $114,400 +34.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $85,200 +12.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $76,010 +15.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $65,640 |
| 2001 | -- | $65,640 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fairground
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Capitol View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 1/10Hiatt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 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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- Polk County
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- 2622 Capitol Ave
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