Amazing updated Bungalow in the heart of Des Moines. This 2 bed 1 bath home offers updates throughout. Walk into the beautiful enclose porch when you enter the home. Check out the nice size bedrooms and updated bathroom. The kitchen has newer appliances and has an open concept to the dining area and living room! The easy to maintain yard offers space to entertain and for your kids and fur babies to play. The home was completely remodeled in 2022 and has been well maintained since. Call your favorite Realtor today to set up a showing.
Sold for $180,000
Zestimate®
$180,000
2638 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
7,013 Square Feet Lot
$180,000 Zestimate®
$234/sqft
$1,155 Estimated rent
Home value
$180,000
$171,000 - $189,000
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Updated bathroomNice size bedroomsEasy to maintain yardNewer appliances
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Listed by:
Joanne May (515)979-4279,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Karla Alaniz
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Junior Ibarra
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 732577
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & 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: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 768
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,013 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 140
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 05001615000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $234/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $163,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,071
- Date on market: 1/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 76 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2026 | Sold | $180,000+0.1%$234/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #732577 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2026 | Pending sale | $179,900$234/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $179,900-5.3%$234/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #732577 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,900+13%$247/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #732577 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2023 | Sold | $168,000+1.8%$219/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #665823 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2023 | Pending sale | $165,000$215/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #665823 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $165,000+189.5%$215/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #665823 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2022 | Sold | $57,000+3.6%$74/sqft |
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| 10/26/2020 | Sold | $55,000+0.9%$72/sqft |
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| 3/19/2004 | Sold | $54,500+5.8%$71/sqft |
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| 7/2/2001 | Sold | $51,500+63.5%$67/sqft |
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| 5/13/1999 | Sold | $31,500-1.6%$41/sqft |
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| 11/7/1997 | Sold | $32,000$42/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,426 +2.2% | $163,200 +24.5% |
| 2024 | $2,374 +52% | $131,100 |
| 2023 | $1,562 -1.9% | $131,100 +97.7% |
| 2022 | $1,592 -0.1% | $66,300 -2.6% |
| 2021 | $1,594 -3.5% | $68,100 -6.1% |
| 2020 | $1,652 +12.8% | $72,500 |
| 2019 | $1,464 +3.5% | $72,500 +15.1% |
| 2018 | $1,414 | $63,000 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $1,414 +8.3% | $61,900 +6.2% |
| 2016 | $1,306 | $58,300 |
| 2015 | $1,306 -0.9% | $58,300 -3.5% |
| 2014 | $1,318 | $60,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $60,400 -13% |
| 2012 | -- | $69,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $69,400 -7.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $74,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $74,700 +1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $73,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $73,800 +8.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $67,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $67,800 +11.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $60,720 +18.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $51,140 |
| 2001 | -- | $51,140 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fairground
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Capitol View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Hiatt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 3/10East 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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