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  • $163,100

    4027 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

    3beds
    1,065sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $163,100 Zestimate®
    $153/sqft
    $1,466 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $163,100

    $144,000 - $181,000

    $1,466/mo

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    What's special

    Open floorplanCentral air conditioningHardwood floorsNewer roofNewer windowsNew furnaceShed in back

    Gorgeous 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in Roosevelt neighborhood. Hardwood floors, newer windows, newer roof, completely redone throughout. Hardwood floors throughout the wonderful open floorplan with huge living room and dining room that is open to the kitchen. Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, garbage disposal, ice-maker in freezer. New furnace, washer/dryer provided in basement, central air conditioning AC, newer windows, attractive period lighting. Bathroom has claw foot tub with shower. Deck off the living room that is surprisingly private and enjoys live music across the street on Wednesdays from Louie's wine dive. This location is right on the busline, and literally across the street from grocery store, health market and 6 restaurants. Easy access to I-235, downtown, DMU, Drake, west des moines, roosevelt high school, shopping, literally everywhere. Across the street from Louies Wine Dive, Hy-Vee Drug Store, Fredericks Coffee, Campbells Nutrition, yoga and more. Quiet family-orientated neighborhood with quiet neighbors. Fairly busy street on university and corner lot, so not much of a lawn to mow. Off-street driveway parking and shed in back. Seeking quiet responsible non-smoker. Full background check required, no prior eviction or criminal history. No section 8. Deposit is one month's rent. Cat or dog ok with pet deposit, and NO pet rent! Come enjoy this property and live large for less than a downtown loft. Renter pays utilities. One year lease is typical but exceptions can be made. Limited pets (cats and small or mid size dogs ok with refundable pet deposit of $100 for cat, $300 for dog). Non smoking. No prior evictions. Income must be 3x rent

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,065 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air, Lawn
    Details
    • Parcel number: 10012452000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    HOA & financial

    Other fees
    • Deposit fee: $1,400
    • Application fee: $30

    Other

    Other facts
    • Available date: 12/01/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/6/2025Listing removed$1,400$1/sqft
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    11/18/2025Price change$1,400-1.8%$1/sqft
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    11/10/2025Listed for rent$1,425+18.8%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    8/3/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    8/2/2021Price change$1,200-14.3%$1/sqft
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    7/23/2021Listed for rent$1,400+27.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    10/25/2019Listing removed$1,100$1/sqft
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    10/18/2019Listed for rent$1,100$1/sqft
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    10/28/2010Sold$27,000-9.7%$25/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #368853 Report a problem
    9/14/2010Price change$29,900-25.1%$28/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #368853 Report a problem
    9/2/2010Price change$39,900-20%$37/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #368853 Report a problem
    6/13/2010Listed for sale$49,900-34.6%$47/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #368853 Report a problem
    4/20/2010Sold$76,321-48.9%$72/sqft
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    1/31/2007Sold$149,500+115.1%$140/sqft
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    10/12/2004Sold$69,500+96.5%$65/sqft
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    5/16/1997Sold$35,375$33/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,248 +2%$126,200 +12.7%
    2024$2,204 -3.3%$112,000
    2023$2,280 +0.8%$112,000 +15.8%
    2022$2,262 +3.2%$96,700
    2021$2,192 -3.7%$96,700 +10.1%
    2020$2,276 +9.8%$87,800
    2019$2,072 +1%$87,800 +13.9%
    2018$2,052 $77,100
    2017$2,052 +11.5%$77,100 +10.5%
    2016$1,840 $69,800
    2015$1,840 +8.5%$69,800 +5.4%
    2014$1,696 $66,200
    2013-- $66,200 +0.3%
    2012-- $66,000
    2011-- $66,000 -14.6%
    2010-- $77,300
    2009-- $77,300 +8.6%
    2008-- $71,200
    2007-- $71,200 +18.3%
    2006-- $60,200
    2005-- $60,200 +28%
    2003-- $47,030 +16.9%
    2002-- $40,240
    2001-- $40,240

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    Neighborhood: Drake

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