Charming 1920 2-story home on a spacious corner lot! This well-maintained property features numerous updates throughout, including a brand-new roof in 2025. The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances, including a gas range, and flows nicely into the main living spaces.
Enjoy the convenience of main floor laundry and a stylish ¾ bath with a tiled shower. Upstairs offers three comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for everyday living. Outside, you’ll find a generously sized storage shed—ideal for tools, lawn equipment, or extra storage.
A great blend of character and modern updates—don’t miss this one!
Sold for $238,700
$238,700
2800 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
1,484sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
0.34 Acres Lot
$238,100 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$1,657 Estimated rent
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$238,100
$224,000 - $252,000
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Modern appliancesMain floor laundryCorner lotBrand-new roofComfortable bedrooms
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Listed by:
Colby Lawson 515-305-0743,
Real Estate Solutions,
Evan Corey,
Real Estate Solutions
Bought with:
Thomas Mineart
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 720320
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,484
- Total interior livable area: 1,484 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Storage
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 90 x 163
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 06001568000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1922
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: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $231,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,361
- Date on market: 6/16/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 57 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $238,700$161/sqft |
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| 8/13/2025 | Pending sale | $238,700$161/sqft |
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| 8/4/2025 | Price change | $238,700-0.5%$161/sqft |
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| 7/15/2025 | Price change | $239,900-1.1%$162/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Price change | $242,500-1%$163/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $245,000+22.5%$165/sqft |
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| 1/31/2022 | Sold | $200,000-2.4%$135/sqft |
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| 1/3/2022 | Pending sale | $204,900$138/sqft |
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| 11/24/2021 | Price change | $204,900+107%$138/sqft |
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| 3/6/2011 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 1/2/2011 | Listing removed | $99,000$67/sqft |
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| 12/20/2010 | Price change | $99,000-17.5%$67/sqft |
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| 7/3/2010 | Listed for sale | $120,000-19.5%$81/sqft |
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| 1/15/2009 | Listing removed | $149,000$100/sqft |
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| 8/23/2008 | Listed for sale | $149,000+20.6%$100/sqft |
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| 12/2/2005 | Sold | $123,500$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,022 +2.1% | $231,100 +15.4% |
| 2024 | $3,940 -1.8% | $200,300 |
| 2023 | $4,012 +6.4% | $200,300 +17.7% |
| 2022 | $3,772 +0.3% | $170,200 |
| 2021 | $3,760 -3.6% | $170,200 +6.8% |
| 2020 | $3,902 +15.2% | $159,300 |
| 2019 | $3,386 +1.2% | $159,300 +18.4% |
| 2018 | $3,346 | $134,500 |
| 2017 | $3,346 +4.6% | $134,500 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $3,198 | $130,100 |
| 2015 | $3,198 +10.8% | $130,100 +7% |
| 2014 | $2,886 | $121,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $121,600 +0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $120,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $120,500 -7.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $130,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $130,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $130,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $130,500 +19.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $109,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $109,400 +11.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $97,900 +13.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $86,410 |
| 2001 | -- | $86,410 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Douglas Acres
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Garton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Goodrell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 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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