This affordable, open home is one of those homes that just feels easy to settle into. Warm, bright, and practical, it offers a comfortable mix of hardwood and laminate flooring, nice natural light, and a layout that makes good use of the space. The main level includes two huge bedrooms plus a nonconforming room that could be used as an office, guest space, or hobby room. The kitchen offers good storage and easy access to the patio and fenced backyard, which is great for grilling, pets, play, or just enjoying a quiet night outside. The lower level gives you extra room for storage, a workout area, workshop, or really anything you can imagine. Outside, there is a 1-car garage and also off-street parking. Located near Beaverdale, Merle Hay, local restaurants, parks, trails, shopping, and other Des Moines favorites, this home offers a convenient location with plenty nearby. Property is in the Des Moines NFC lending area, which may offer qualified buyers access to special financing, renovation assistance, and down payment resources. Buyer to verify eligibility and program details directly with NFC.
For sale
$189,000
2905 Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
1,334sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
7,056 Square Feet Lot
$183,300 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Off-street parkingWarm bright and practicalNice natural lightTwo huge bedroomsKitchen offers good storage
- 8 days |
- 626 |
- 86 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
M. Beth Van Zee (515)556-2310,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 743316
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & 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: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,334
- Total interior livable area: 1,334 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fire Pit
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,056 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 141
Details
- Parcel number: 08000020000000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
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: $142/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $233,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,397
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$183,300
$174,000 - $192,000
$1,615/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,000-5.5%$142/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #743316 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2025 | Listing removed | $200,000$150/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #726979 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Price change | $200,000-4.8%$150/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #726979 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $210,000+21.4%$157/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #726979 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2021 | Sold | $173,000-3.9%$130/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #634271 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2021 | Pending sale | $180,000$135/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #634271 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2021 | Listed for sale | $180,000+17.6%$135/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #634271 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2018 | Sold | $153,000$115/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #557663 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2018 | Pending sale | $153,000$115/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #557663 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2018 | Price change | $153,000+2%$115/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #557663 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2018 | Price change | $150,000-1.6%$112/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $152,500+1.7%$114/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2017 | Sold | $149,900$112/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #545990 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2017 | Pending sale | $149,900$112/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #545990 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $149,900+69.4%$112/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #545990 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2002 | Sold | $88,500+4.7%$66/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2001 | Sold | $84,500$63/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,072 +2.2% | $233,300 +9.5% |
| 2024 | $3,986 +3.4% | $213,100 |
| 2023 | $3,856 +0.8% | $213,100 +23.5% |
| 2022 | $3,824 +6.7% | $172,500 |
| 2021 | $3,584 -3.6% | $172,500 +13.3% |
| 2020 | $3,718 +38.4% | $152,200 |
| 2019 | $2,686 +1.2% | $152,200 +40.3% |
| 2018 | $2,654 | $108,500 |
| 2017 | $2,654 +15% | $108,500 +12.7% |
| 2016 | $2,308 | $96,300 |
| 2015 | $2,308 +12% | $96,300 +7.7% |
| 2014 | $2,060 | $89,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $89,400 -14.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $104,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $104,100 -1.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $106,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $106,000 +1.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $104,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $104,800 +10.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $94,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $94,700 +9.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $86,690 +11.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Martin-Hickman
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Monroe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Martin-Hickman
- 2905 Holcomb Ave
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