Set just blocks from Drake University and within easy walking distance of campus, this 1½-story home brings together the character people love with updates that matter. Hardwood floors run throughout, updated windows bring in plenty of natural light, and the HVAC was replaced within the last year.. taking one of the bigger-ticket items off the list.
Out front, a covered porch gives the home that classic neighborhood feel. Inside, the layout creates options make it your own, use the additional bedrooms to offset your monthly payment, or add it to a rental portfolio in an area with built-in demand.
Character. Location. Flexibility. Whether you?re looking for a place to call home or a property that can work for you, this one deserves a look.
For sale
$152,500
2736 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
879sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
7,143 Square Feet Lot
$150,000 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Hardwood floors run throughoutCovered porchAdditional bedrooms
- 53 days
- 158
- 19
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Trent Schwab (515)689-8553,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747451
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, Microwave, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 879
- Total interior livable area: 879 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 7,143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 142
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08003757000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
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: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $112,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,122
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 54 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$150,000
$143,000 - $158,000
$1,448/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $152,500+9%$173/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Sold | $139,900$159/sqft |
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| 8/2/2025 | Pending sale | $139,900$159/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $139,900-6.7%$159/sqft |
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| 6/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,900+551.7%$171/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #720081 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2024 | Listing removed | $1,300$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,300+30%$1/sqft |
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| 5/5/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/2/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,000$1/sqft |
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| 1/17/2013 | Sold | $23,000-50%$26/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #401093 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2011 | Sold | $46,000-7.1%$52/sqft |
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| 10/24/2006 | Sold | $49,500+86.8%$56/sqft |
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| 4/26/2000 | Sold | $26,500+65.6%$30/sqft |
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| 2/24/2000 | Sold | $16,000$18/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,974 +2.1% | $112,600 +14.5% |
| 2024 | $1,934 +1.6% | $98,300 |
| 2023 | $1,904 +0.7% | $98,300 +21.7% |
| 2022 | $1,890 +6.2% | $80,800 |
| 2021 | $1,780 -3.7% | $80,800 +13.3% |
| 2020 | $1,848 +9% | $71,300 |
| 2019 | $1,696 +1.1% | $71,300 +13% |
| 2018 | $1,678 | $63,100 |
| 2017 | $1,678 +1.6% | $63,100 +0.6% |
| 2016 | $1,652 | $62,700 |
| 2015 | $1,652 +13.3% | $62,700 +10.2% |
| 2014 | $1,458 | $56,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $56,900 +0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $56,600 +12.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $50,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $50,400 +16.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $43,100 +13.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $37,970 |
| 2001 | -- | $37,970 |
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Neighborhood: Drake
Nearby schools
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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