For sale

Price cut: $6.1K (10/5)

$224,950

5919 Rutland Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311

2beds

840sqft

$1,754/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1950

0.26 Acres Lot

$219,500 Zestimate^®

$268/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Finished basementComfortable living spaces

Welcome home! This property is a must-see, offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile den or office space that can easily be tailored to fit your lifestyle and needs. The home has been thoughtfully updated by the Seller and features a number of great additions, including a lower-level full bathroom and 2-car garage, along with an inviting 3-season porch, finished basement, and full-length concrete driveway. Some of these improvements are not reflected in the assessor records, and buyers are encouraged to independently verify improvements to their satisfaction. Conveniently located just off I-235, this home offers easy access to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and everyday amenities. With comfortable living spaces, useful updates, and a convenient location, this home is ready for its next owner to move in, settle in, and make it their own!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
3/4 bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Heating

Ductless, Electric

Cooling

Ductless

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Features

Basement: Finished

Interior area

Total structure area: 840
Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
Finished area below ground: 400

Property

Features

Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 0.26 Acres
Dimensions: 50 x 224

Details

Parcel number: 09000449000000
Zoning: Res

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 1950

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: $268/sqft
Tax assessed value: $200,000
Annual tax amount: $3,684
Date on market: 9/18/2026
Cumulative days on market: 20 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$219,500

$209,000 - $230,000

$1,467/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/5/2026	Price change	$224,950-2.6%$268/sqft
Source: DMMLS #749472 Report a problem
9/18/2026	Listed for sale	$231,000+316.2%$275/sqft
Source: DMMLS #749472 Report a problem
3/31/2017	Sold	$55,500+23.3%$66/sqft
Source: DMMLS #528481 Report a problem
11/15/2016	Listing removed	$45,000$54/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #528481 Report a problem
11/9/2016	Listed for sale	$45,000+50%$54/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #528481 Report a problem
3/11/2015	Listing removed	$30,000$36/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
12/12/2014	Listed for sale	$30,000$36/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,394 +2.2%	$200,000 +11.5%
2024	$3,322 -0.6%	$179,300
2023	$3,342 +0.8%	$179,300 +19%
2022	$3,316 -5.5%	$150,700
2021	$3,508 -3.8%	$150,700 +7.2%
2020	$3,646 +26.2%	$140,600
2019	$2,890 +1%	$140,600 +30.8%
2018	$2,860	$107,500
2017	$2,860 +25.3%	$107,500 +12.8%
2016	$2,282	$95,300
2015	$2,282 -16.2%	$95,300 +5.7%
2014	$2,725	$90,200
2013	--	$90,200 -0.3%
2012	--	$90,500
2011	--	$90,500 -3.3%
2010	--	$93,600
2009	--	$93,600 -4.2%
2008	--	$97,700
2007	--	$97,700 +5.1%
2006	--	$93,000
2005	--	$93,000 +8.2%
2003	--	$85,920 +8.6%
2002	--	$79,090
2001	--	$79,090