Charming home in desirable neighborhood. 2 bed 1 bath with 3rd conforming bedroom and additional bath in the lower level. The original hardwood oak flooring has recently been beautifully refinished. Dining area, arched doorways and patio door to generously sized deck. Partially finished basement with laundry room and lots of space for storage. Fantastic oversized 2 car attached garage with heat. There is also a large attic area that could be used as a work or storage space. Large yard with mature trees and partially fenced. There is also a carport at side door to home for additional parking. Home is located in NFC area and may qualify for up to $10,000 in forgivable grant.
Sold for $244,000
$244,000
5812 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
3beds
940sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
9,583.2 Square Feet Lot
$249,300 Zestimate®
$260/sqft
$1,539 Estimated rent
Home value
$249,300
$234,000 - $264,000
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Partially finished basementLarge attic areaArched doorwaysOriginal hardwood oak flooringGenerously sized deckDining areaLaundry room
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Listed by:
Heidi Roberts (515)975-4454,
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Tiff Junge
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 700842
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Egress Windows,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 940
- Total interior livable area: 940 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Chain Link,Other,Vinyl,Partial
Lot
- Size: 9,583 sqft
- Dimensions: 57 x 168
Details
- Parcel number: 10004869000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2024 | Sold | $244,000$260/sqft |
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| 10/14/2024 | Pending sale | $244,000$260/sqft |
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| 10/1/2024 | Price change | $244,000-1.2%$260/sqft |
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| 9/19/2024 | Price change | $247,000-2.4%$263/sqft |
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| 9/5/2024 | Price change | $253,000-2.3%$269/sqft |
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| 8/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $259,000$276/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,432 -1.5% | $226,600 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $3,486 -6% | $203,300 |
| 2023 | $3,710 +0.9% | $203,300 +15.8% |
| 2022 | $3,678 +9.8% | $175,600 |
| 2021 | $3,350 -8.2% | $175,600 +11.4% |
| 2020 | $3,648 +29.4% | $157,600 |
| 2019 | $2,820 -7.6% | $157,600 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $3,052 | $140,200 |
| 2017 | $3,052 +17% | $140,200 +12.6% |
| 2016 | $2,608 | $124,500 |
| 2015 | $2,608 +13.9% | $124,500 +8.1% |
| 2014 | $2,290 | $115,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $115,200 -10.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $128,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $128,500 -4.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $135,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $135,000 +3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $130,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $130,600 +18.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $110,200 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $103,500 +12.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $92,180 +19.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,030 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,030 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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