Welcome Home - Nestled in a convenient Des Moines location, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style + accessibility.
Step inside to find a bright + inviting layout featuring newer luxury vinyl plank flooring and carpet throughout. The fully remodeled kitchen and bathroom shines with modern finishes, updated cabinetry, and refreshed surfaces, creating functional and stylish spaces for everyday living.
Outside, you’ll appreciate the fully fenced yard—ideal for pets, play, or relaxing evenings outdoors. A spacious two-car detached garage provides ample room for vehicles, storage, or hobbies.
Location truly sets this home apart. Situated just minutes from Altoona’s main shopping + dining destinations and less than 10 minutes from downtown Des Moines, you’ll enjoy quick access to everyday conveniences, entertainment, and major commuting routes.
Whether you’re purchasing your first home, looking to right-size, or adding to your investment portfolio, this move-in-ready property is one you won’t want to miss.
Sold for $170,000
$170,000
4016 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
7,623 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$1,424 Estimated rent
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Modern finishesRefreshed surfacesFully remodeled kitchenCarpet throughoutSpacious two-car detached garageFully fenced yardUpdated cabinetry
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Listed by:
Taylor Hird (515)402-6026,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Liz Zamora
Iowa Realty South
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733897
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,623 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 060/00849106000
- Zoning: R3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1961
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 | $170,000-5.6%$197/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Pending sale | $180,000$208/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $180,000+33.3%$208/sqft |
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| 8/19/2025 | Listing removed | $1,495$2/sqft |
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| 8/9/2025 | Price change | $1,495-6.3%$2/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,595+8.1%$2/sqft |
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| 7/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/3/2023 | Price change | $1,475-3.3%$2/sqft |
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| 6/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,525$2/sqft |
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| 5/4/2023 | Sold | $135,000-3.6%$156/sqft |
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| 3/31/2023 | Pending sale | $140,000$162/sqft |
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| 3/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $140,000+35.3%$162/sqft |
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| 7/28/2005 | Sold | $103,500+38.9%$120/sqft |
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| 3/11/2002 | Sold | $74,500+55.5%$86/sqft |
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| 1/26/2001 | Sold | $47,900$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,794 -3.5% | $157,800 +13.4% |
| 2024 | $2,897 +17.5% | $139,200 |
| 2023 | $2,466 +0.8% | $139,200 +22.6% |
| 2022 | $2,446 +1.1% | $113,500 |
| 2021 | $2,420 -3.6% | $113,500 +7.5% |
| 2020 | $2,510 +11.1% | $105,600 |
| 2019 | $2,260 +1.3% | $105,600 +14% |
| 2018 | $2,232 | $92,600 |
| 2017 | $2,232 +9.3% | $92,600 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $2,042 | $86,200 |
| 2015 | $2,042 +7.8% | $86,200 +4% |
| 2014 | $1,894 | $82,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $82,900 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $83,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $83,100 -4.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $87,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $87,400 +2.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $84,900 +11.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $75,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $75,900 +11.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $68,040 +8.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $62,850 |
| 2001 | -- | $62,850 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Sheridan Gardens
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Brubaker Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Hoyt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 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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