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    6008 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

    3beds
    1,133sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1952
    6,054 Square Feet Lot
    $155,000 Zestimate®
    $137/sqft
    $1,717 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $155,000

    $147,000 - $163,000

    $1,717/mo

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    What's special

    Full basementLarge bedroomsBuilt in drawers
    This home offers fantastic space, large bedrooms, full basement with potential and a super convenient location; close to a bus stop and access to the freeway commuting in any direction is a breeze! If you have the talent this solid home is a worthwhile investment. Interior projects would include the kitchen and some fresh paint. The 2 main floor bedrooms are spacious and the bathroom has been updated. The upstairs bedroom is an awesome space with built in drawers and comes with the convenience of a 1/2 bath. Outside you will need a good pair of gardening gloves and a vision to recreate the private oasis the fenced backyard offers. Don't take my word for it, come see for yourself!! Once you step inside this home you will fall in love with the space and see the opportunity for quick equity and a very nice home!!

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    Listed by:

    Andrea Olson Taylor (515)314-6828,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Bought with:

    Jackson Krile

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742704MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Features
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,133
    • Total interior livable area: 1,133 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1.5
    Lot
    • Size: 6,054 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 55 x 110
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09007591000000
    • Zoning: Res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Metal Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1952

    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: $137/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $204,000
    • Annual tax amount: $3,672
    • Date on market: 6/9/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 85 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/25/2026Sold$155,000-13.9%$137/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #742704 Report a problem
    9/8/2026Pending sale$180,000$159/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #742704 Report a problem
    7/10/2026Price change$180,000-2.7%$159/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #742704 Report a problem
    6/9/2026Listed for sale$185,000+125.6%$163/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #742704 Report a problem
    5/6/1999Sold$82,000$72/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,466 +2.2%$204,000 +11.5%
    2024$3,392 +0.3%$182,900
    2023$3,382 +0.8%$182,900 +20%
    2022$3,354 +0.8%$152,400
    2021$3,328 -3.6%$152,400 +7.3%
    2020$3,454 +6.9%$142,000
    2019$3,232 +1.2%$142,000 +10.2%
    2018$3,194 $128,800
    2017$3,194 +16.5%$128,800 +14.2%
    2016$2,742 $112,800
    2015$2,742 +7.2%$112,800 +3.7%
    2014$2,558 $108,800
    2013-- $108,800
    2012-- $108,800
    2011-- $108,800 -2.8%
    2010-- $111,900
    2009-- $111,900 -0.3%
    2008-- $112,200
    2007-- $112,200 +8.9%
    2006-- $103,000
    2005-- $103,000 +9.1%
    2003-- $94,410 +14.6%
    2002-- $82,370
    2001-- $82,370
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Waveland Woods

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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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