This huge home will feature a BRAND-NEW roof installed and offers outstanding space and versatility on a large lot with a fenced-in yard. Perfect for families, entertaining, pets, or long-term tenant appeal. With 4 generously sized bedrooms and 3 baths, the layout provides comfort, privacy, and flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. The massive primary suite is a true retreat, offering ample room for furnishings, a sitting area, or home office space and 3 closets. Second-level laundry adds everyday convenience right where you need it most. Parking, storage, and hobby space abound with an oversized two-car attached garage plus an additional one-car detached garage—ideal for vehicles, tools, recreational toys, or workshop use. The expansive yard allows for outdoor entertaining, play space, or future enhancements. With its generous square footage, desirable bedroom and bath count, rare multi-garage setup, and functional layout, this property presents an excellent opportunity for families or investors seeking long-term performance and broad market appeal.
Sold for $208,000
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$208,000
2731 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
4beds
2,209sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1897
0.37 Acres Lot
$208,000 Zestimate®
$94/sqft
$2,453 Estimated rent
Home value
$208,000
$198,000 - $218,000
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Additional one-car detached garageSecond-level laundryRare multi-garage setupOversized two-car attached garageMassive primary suiteFunctional layout
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Listed by:
Misty Darling (515)962-5555,
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Bought with:
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 731186
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,209
- Total interior livable area: 2,209 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 133.9
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08004863001000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1897
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: $94/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $258,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,856
- Date on market: 12/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 120 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $208,000+1.5%$94/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #731186 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2026 | Pending sale | $205,000$93/sqft |
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| 1/2/2026 | Price change | $205,000-2.4%$93/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $210,000+2.5%$95/sqft |
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| 9/24/2020 | Listing removed | $204,900$93/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #594087 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2020 | Price change | $204,900-2.4%$93/sqft |
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| 5/8/2020 | Price change | $209,900-1.4%$95/sqft |
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| 2/6/2020 | Price change | $212,900-0.9%$96/sqft |
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| 10/30/2019 | Listed for sale | $214,900+21.4%$97/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #594087 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2018 | Sold | $177,000-1.4%$80/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #554413 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $179,500+82.2%$81/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #554413 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2017 | Sold | $98,500+58.9%$45/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2017 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 7/24/1997 | Sold | $62,000$28/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,760 +2.1% | $258,100 +4.4% |
| 2024 | $4,660 +4.8% | $247,300 |
| 2023 | $4,448 +0.8% | $247,300 +25.2% |
| 2022 | $4,412 +7.5% | $197,600 |
| 2021 | $4,106 -3.6% | $197,600 +14.2% |
| 2020 | $4,260 +1.4% | $173,100 |
| 2019 | $4,202 +17.4% | $173,100 +5% |
| 2018 | $3,580 | $164,900 +12.5% |
| 2017 | $3,580 +13.7% | $146,600 +14.4% |
| 2016 | $3,148 | $128,200 |
| 2015 | $3,148 +6.4% | $128,200 +3% |
| 2014 | $2,960 | $124,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $124,500 -14.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $145,000 -5.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $153,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $153,400 +1.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $151,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $151,700 +19.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $127,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $127,200 +14.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $110,940 +1.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $109,130 +11.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $97,630 |
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Neighborhood: Drake
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- 2/10Monroe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
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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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