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    • Price cut: $10.1K (7/8)
    $174,900

    2803 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

    5beds
    2,081sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1930
    7,492 Square Feet Lot
    $171,600 Zestimate®
    $84/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal dining roomSpacious enclosed front porch
    Large 1.5 story brick home with over 2,000 sqft and endless potential! Step into the spacious enclosed front porch, the perfect spot for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Inside, you'll find a large living room featuring a beautiful brick fireplace with built ins, formal dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and a full bathroom on the main level. Hardwood floors run throughout the main floor adding timeless character and charm. Upstairs offers another full bathroom, 3 bedrooms with the potential for a 4th bedroom, giving plenty of space for a growing family, guests, or home office setup. There is also a 2 car detached garage. This home is packed with character and opportunity, bring your vision and build instant sweat equity!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Angela Meek (515)577-7729,

    RE/MAX Concepts,

    Mariah Meek 515-322-0596,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740263MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,081
      • Total interior livable area: 2,081 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1.5
      Lot
      • Size: 7,492 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 150
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 05001639000000
      • Zoning: N3C

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1930

      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: $84/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $204,200
      • Annual tax amount: $3,848
      • Date on market: 5/7/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 74 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $171,600

        $163,000 - $180,000

        $1,980/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/8/2026Price change$174,900-5.5%$84/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #740263 Report a problem
        6/1/2026Price change$185,000-7.5%$89/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #740263 Report a problem
        5/13/2026Price change$199,900-2.5%$96/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #740263 Report a problem
        5/7/2026Listed for sale$205,000+95.2%$99/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #740263 Report a problem
        11/7/2017Sold$105,000+6.1%$50/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/10/2013Sold$99,000-5.7%$48/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #413623 Report a problem
        5/21/2013Price change$105,000-4.5%$50/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #413623 Report a problem
        12/11/2012Price change$110,000-8.3%$53/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #405400 Report a problem
        10/16/2012Price change$119,900-6%$58/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #405400 Report a problem
        8/17/2012Listed for sale$127,500+165.1%$61/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #405400 Report a problem
        9/18/1997Sold$48,092$23/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,318 +2.2%$204,200 +16.4%
        2024$3,246 +8.5%$175,500
        2023$2,992 +0.9%$175,500 +29.2%
        2022$2,966 +8.6%$135,800
        2021$2,730 -3.5%$135,800 +15.1%
        2020$2,830 +9.4%$118,000
        2019$2,588 +1.3%$118,000 +12.6%
        2018$2,556 $104,800
        2017$2,556 +8.9%$104,800 +7.2%
        2016$2,348 $97,800
        2015$2,348 +1.4%$97,800 -1.6%
        2014$2,316 $99,400
        2013-- $99,400 -10.5%
        2012-- $111,000
        2011-- $111,000 -5.5%
        2010-- $117,400 -16.7%
        2009-- $140,900 +1.2%
        2008-- $139,200
        2007-- $139,200 +8.3%
        2006-- $128,500
        2005-- $128,500 +19.5%
        2003-- $107,570 +37.2%
        2002-- $78,420
        2001-- $78,420
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Fairground

        Getting around

        58 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        29 / 100
        Some Transit
        44 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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