Huge 1/2 Acre lot with opportunities galore! Whether you want to build a workshop or simply want space to play, garden or entertain, this property has flexibility to do that. Newer ranch home built in 2004, perfect for 1st time home buyers or people wanting to enjoy one-story living. Spacious living room with a transition kitchen to dining area. Main level laundry & hookups in the dry basement, which is ready for future finish with egress window. The detached two-car garage is a craftsman's dream, with paved driveway and fenced area near the home for pets or kiddos. Put this one on your list to see today!
Sold for $233,500
$233,500
480 NE Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
1,029sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
0.45 Acres Lot
$232,300 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$1,264 Estimated rent
Home value
$232,300
$218,000 - $246,000
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Build a workshopMain level laundryDetached two-car garagePaved driveway
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Listed by:
Sara Elmer 515-453-5850,
Iowa Realty Waukee,
Alexis Schossow,
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Bought with:
Amy Simpson
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 714857
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
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,029
- Total interior livable area: 1,029 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 63.8 x 308.6
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 27001824004000
- Zoning: MDR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $259,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,636
- Date on market: 4/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $233,500-0.6%$227/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #714857 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Pending sale | $234,900$228/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #714857 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Price change | $234,900-2.1%$228/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #714857 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2025 | Pending sale | $240,000$233/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #714857 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $240,000+2.1%$233/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #714857 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2024 | Listing removed | $235,000$228/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Realty #696281 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2024 | Pending sale | $235,000$228/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #696281 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2024 | Price change | $235,000-2.1%$228/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #696281 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $240,000+44.6%$233/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #696281 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2021 | Sold | $166,000+3.8%$161/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #620698 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2021 | Pending sale | $160,000$155/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #620698 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: DMMLS Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2021 | Pending sale | $160,000$155/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #620698 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2021 | Listed for sale | $160,000+31.1%$155/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #620698 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2005 | Sold | $122,000$119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,354 +0.5% | $259,300 +6.8% |
| 2024 | $3,336 +9.1% | $242,700 |
| 2023 | $3,058 +1.7% | $242,700 +29.3% |
| 2022 | $3,008 +11.6% | $187,700 |
| 2021 | $2,696 +1.4% | $187,700 +11.9% |
| 2020 | $2,658 +3.6% | $167,700 |
| 2019 | $2,566 +2.2% | $167,700 +7.4% |
| 2018 | $2,510 | $156,100 |
| 2017 | $2,510 +5.4% | $156,100 +5.2% |
| 2016 | $2,382 | $148,400 |
| 2015 | $2,382 +2.1% | $148,400 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $2,332 | $147,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $147,800 +0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $147,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $147,600 -1.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $150,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $150,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $150,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $150,100 +9.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $137,100 +8.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $126,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50313
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cornell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.9 mi
- 4/10Woodside Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 2/10Saydel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Saydel Consolidated
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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