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    523 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

    3beds
    1,350sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1906
    7,013 Square Feet Lot
    $158,600 Zestimate®
    $117/sqft
    $1,553 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $158,600

    $151,000 - $167,000

    $1,553/mo

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    What's special

    Plenty of natural lightFully fenced backyardLarge deckLarge kitchenSpacious main level
    Charming 3-bedroom home offering over 1,300 square feet of living space in a convenient south side location. The spacious main level features generous living and dining areas with plenty of natural light. The large kitchen provides ample cabinet and counter space for everyday living. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with a large deck, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or pets. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, and major highways for an easy commute. Great opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor alike.

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    Listed by:

    Lindsay Prothero 515-745-7595,

    GoSynergy Realty

    Bought with:

    Lynn Benson

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745500MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Refrigerator, Stove
    Features
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,350
    • Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1.5
    Lot
    • Size: 7,013 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50 x 139.9
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 01003576000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1906

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $117/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $189,700
    • Annual tax amount: $3,969
    • Date on market: 7/20/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 5 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/28/2026Sold$158,552-6.7%$117/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #745500 Report a problem
    7/26/2026Pending sale$169,900$126/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #745500 Report a problem
    7/20/2026Listed for sale$169,900+113.7%$126/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #745500 Report a problem
    6/2/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    5/25/2023Listed for rent$1,295$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    4/12/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/23/2023Listed for rent$1,295+23.9%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/22/2019Listing removed$1,045$1/sqft
    Source: Pyramid Property Solutions, Inc. Report a problem
    10/21/2019Price change$1,045-12.6%$1/sqft
    Source: Pyramid Property Solutions, Inc. Report a problem
    9/9/2019Listed for rent$1,195$1/sqft
    Source: Pyramid Property Solutions, Inc. Report a problem
    10/15/2001Sold$79,500$59/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,360 +2%$189,700 +13.3%
    2024$3,294 +4.7%$167,400
    2023$3,146 +0.8%$167,400 +25.4%
    2022$3,122 +5.9%$133,500
    2021$2,948 +4%$133,500 +13%
    2020$2,834 +10.8%$118,100
    2019$2,558 +1.3%$118,100 +13.9%
    2018$2,526 $103,700
    2017$2,526 +12.6%$103,700 +10.4%
    2016$2,244 $93,900
    2015$2,244 -0.7%$93,900 -3.4%
    2014$2,260 $97,200
    2013-- $97,200 +0.8%
    2012-- $96,400
    2011-- $96,400 +4.2%
    2010-- $92,500
    2009-- $92,500 -3.9%
    2008-- $96,300
    2007-- $96,300 +5.4%
    2006-- $91,400
    2005-- $91,400 +18%
    2003-- $77,450 +6.3%
    2002-- $72,880
    2001-- $72,880
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    Neighborhood: Indianola Hills

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    • 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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