3505 6th Avenue presents a unique opportunity for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build equity. This property has been used as an investment property and is now ready for its next chapter. Offered at the current “as-is” price, this home provides the chance to renovate and customize while taking advantage of strong upside potential.
The seller has also provided a vision for what this property could become, with proposed remodel photos included alongside the current condition photos. The remodeled price is $250,000, giving buyers a clear picture of the home’s future possibilities and value-add opportunity.
Whether you’re searching for your next investment project or a home you can transform into something special, this property offers flexibility, potential, and value. “As-is” photos are shown first, followed by proposed/similar remodel renderings to showcase the possibilities. Don’t miss this chance to bring new life to this Des Moines property!
For sale
Price cut: $10K (7/14)
$179,900
3505 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
3beds
1,870sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,499 Square Feet Lot
$176,400 Zestimate®
$96/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 134 days
- 163
- 3
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Heath Moulton (515)706-4857,
Spire Real Estate,
Jennifer Moulton 515-689-6792,
Spire Real Estate
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740274
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
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,870
- Total interior livable area: 1,870 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,499 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 07002029000000
- Zoning: NX1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $96/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $181,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,144
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 135 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$176,400
$168,000 - $185,000
$1,413/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $179,900-5.3%$96/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,900+50.7%$102/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740274 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2023 | Sold | $126,000-49.6%$67/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2019 | Listing removed | $1,295$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,295+17.7%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2017 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
Source: DM House Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,100+4.8%$1/sqft |
Source: DM House Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2013 | Listing removed | $1,050$1/sqft |
Source: DM House Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2013 | Listed for rent | $1,050$1/sqft |
Source: DM House Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2008 | Listing removed | $249,900$134/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2008 | Listed for sale | $249,900+346.3%$134/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2006 | Sold | $56,000-32.6%$30/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2006 | Sold | $83,030$44/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,174 +2.1% | $181,500 +14.8% |
| 2024 | $3,110 +4.1% | $158,100 |
| 2023 | $2,988 +0.7% | $158,100 +24.7% |
| 2022 | $2,966 +5.8% | $126,800 |
| 2021 | $2,804 -3.8% | $126,800 +12.8% |
| 2020 | $2,914 +4.9% | $112,400 |
| 2019 | $2,778 +1% | $112,400 +8.7% |
| 2018 | $2,750 | $103,400 |
| 2017 | $2,750 +10.8% | $103,400 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $2,482 | $94,200 |
| 2015 | $2,482 +9.7% | $94,200 +6.7% |
| 2014 | $2,262 | $88,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $88,300 -7% |
| 2012 | -- | $94,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $94,900 -7.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $102,100 -6.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $109,300 +1.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $107,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $107,900 +92.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $56,000 -42.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $96,900 +12.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $85,870 +28.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $66,930 |
| 2001 | -- | $66,930 |
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Neighborhood: Highland Park
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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