Great investment opportunity or affordable starter home! This two-story, 2-bedroom, 1-bath property offers strong potential for rental income or a practical, budget-friendly option for homeownership. Situated on a 40 x 130 lot, there’s room for outdoor enjoyment, pets, or future improvements. The main level features hardwood and laminate flooring throughout, an open and welcoming living room, and a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space, pantry storage, and included refrigerator and stove. A formal dining room provides flexibility for everyday living or entertaining. Upstairs includes two bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient laundry area. A one-car detached garage adds valuable storage space. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and with easy access to I-80. An excellent opportunity to build equity or add to your investment portfolio!
Sold for $122,000
$122,000
3218 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
904sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
5,183.64 Square Feet Lot
$121,700 Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$1,168 Estimated rent
Home value
$121,700
$116,000 - $128,000
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Formal dining roomOne-car detached garagePantry storageIncluded refrigerator and stove
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Listed by:
John Brummett (515)778-7733,
RE/MAX Precision,
Shawna Jenson 515-822-8662,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Adamarys Gamboa
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 732114
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Hot Water, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 904
- Total interior livable area: 904 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,183 sqft
- Dimensions: 40 x 130
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 07002940000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Sold | $122,000+1.7%$135/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Pending sale | $120,000$133/sqft |
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| 2/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $120,000$133/sqft |
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| 2/1/2026 | Pending sale | $120,000$133/sqft |
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| 12/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $120,000+166.7%$133/sqft |
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| 9/21/2020 | Listing removed | $975$1/sqft |
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| 9/17/2020 | Price change | $975-2%$1/sqft |
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| 7/30/2020 | Listed for rent | $995+10.6%$1/sqft |
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| 6/16/2019 | Listing removed | $900$1/sqft |
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| 5/22/2019 | Listed for rent | $900$1/sqft |
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| 12/18/2017 | Sold | $45,000+50%$50/sqft |
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| 3/8/2013 | Sold | $30,000-33.3%$33/sqft |
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| 11/16/2012 | Listing removed | $45,000$50/sqft |
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| 4/13/2012 | Price change | $45,000-10%$50/sqft |
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| 10/25/2011 | Price change | $50,000-4.8%$55/sqft |
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| 10/5/2011 | Price change | $52,500+31.3%$58/sqft |
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| 9/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $40,000$44/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,518 +2% | $113,600 +15.2% |
| 2024 | $1,488 +9.7% | $98,600 |
| 2023 | $1,356 +0.9% | $98,600 +22.5% |
| 2022 | $1,344 +2.9% | $80,500 |
| 2021 | $1,306 -11.1% | $80,500 +53.9% |
| 2020 | $1,469 +13.4% | $52,300 |
| 2019 | $1,296 -27.8% | $52,300 +8.5% |
| 2018 | $1,794 | $48,200 -28.5% |
| 2017 | $1,794 +10.9% | $67,400 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $1,618 | $61,400 |
| 2015 | $1,618 +12.2% | $61,400 +7.2% |
| 2014 | $1,442 | $57,300 +1.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $56,300 +0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $56,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,100 -6.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $59,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $59,900 +1.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $59,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $59,100 +8.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $54,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $54,600 +15.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $47,240 +24% |
| 2002 | -- | $38,110 |
| 2001 | -- | $38,110 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Highland Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Oak Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 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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