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Sold for $324,000
  • $324,000

    5139 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312

    5beds
    2,251sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    0.55 Acres Lot
    $435,900 Zestimate®
    $144/sqft
    $2,551 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $435,900

    $388,000 - $488,000

    $2,551/mo

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    What's special

    Formal dining areaWalk out areaUpper atticBeautiful wood flooringSpacious kitchenLarge screened porchTons of cabinets
    This charming historic home with many of the original features that have been well taken care of and restored, leaving the character of the home intact while offering modern convenience. The front entry greets you a large screened porch, upon entering you will find beautiful wood flooring, magnificent built in woodwork, wood burning fireplace, formal dining area, sunroom, spacious kitchen with tons of cabinets and additional table area. There are 2 staircases in this home, the staircase in the front living area has all the original charm and leads to the upper bedroom level. There is also a 2nd stair case from the bedroom level to the kitchen. The spacious primary bedroom suite feels like a tree house with all the windows also features a ¾ bath addition and new build in closet. 3 additional bedrooms on the upper level with a full bath. Don’t miss the 3rd story living area with the upper attic that is finished with additional bonus room! The lower level has tons of storage and walk out area to the back yard great for storage or future finished square footage. Great home that has been well taken care of in a well sought after Des Moines neighborhood. Walking distance to many of the local restaurants, shops & schools: Hanawalt Elementary, Merrill Middle School and Roosevelt High School.

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    Listed by:

    LUCREZIA MOORE (515)453-4300,

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    Bought with:

    Dustin Schutte

    RE/MAX Revolution

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 662423MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Electric, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Cable TV, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,251
    • Total interior livable area: 2,251 sqft

    Property

    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Grab Bars
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Enclosed Porch
    Lot
    • Size: 0.55 Acres
    • Dimensions: 91 x 262
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09007845000000
    • Zoning: RES

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Two Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1890
    Details
    • Warranty included: Yes

    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

    DateEventPrice
    7/14/2023Sold$324,000-7.4%$144/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #662423 Report a problem
    6/8/2023Pending sale$350,000$155/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #662423 Report a problem
    4/13/2023Price change$350,000-6.7%$155/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #662423 Report a problem
    3/24/2023Price change$375,000-4.5%$167/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #662423 Report a problem
    11/14/2022Price change$392,500-12.8%$174/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #662423 Report a problem
    10/21/2022Listed for sale$450,000+480.6%$200/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #662423 Report a problem
    7/10/1981Sold$77,500$34/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,894 -20.8%$376,500 +9.6%
    2024$8,706 +0.2%$343,400 -22.4%
    2023$8,690 +0.8%$442,500 +20%
    2022$8,624 +4.6%$368,700
    2021$8,244 -3.8%$368,700 +11.6%
    2020$8,566 +5.8%$330,400
    2019$8,100 +1%$330,400 +9.6%
    2018$8,018 $301,400
    2017$8,018 +14.9%$301,400 +13.9%
    2016$6,976 $264,700
    2015$6,976 +19.1%$264,700 +8.6%
    2014$5,858 $243,700
    2013-- $243,700 -0.4%
    2012-- $244,700
    2011-- $244,700 -8.2%
    2010-- $266,500
    2009-- $266,500 +1.8%
    2008-- $261,700
    2007-- $261,700 +12.2%
    2006-- $233,300
    2005-- $233,300 +54.6%
    2003-- $150,940 +16.5%
    2002-- $129,530
    2001-- $129,530

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    Neighborhood: Waterbury

    Nearby schools

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    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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