Why rent when you can own and build equity? This move-in ready 3-bedroom ranch offers an excellent opportunity in a quiet, hidden-gem neighborhood with little to no through traffic, just off SW 9th. The main level features 3 bedrooms, a remodeled full bathroom, living room, eat-in kitchen with new backsplash, and newer vinyl windows. The walkout lower level offers 4th non-conforming bedroom, rec room and direct access to the large, lush backyard.
Recent updates include a NEW $15,000 electrical panel, furnace & A/C (2021), roof (2022) with wood underlayment and shingles, and washer & dryer (2025). A small countertop dishwasher has also been added. Enjoy outdoor living from both the front deck and rear walkout deck.
The spacious lower level provides additional flexible living space, while the large backyard offers plenty of room to relax, entertain, or play. Comparable remodeled homes have been selling around $200,000, making this a great opportunity to build equity.
Home will quality for IFA for down payment grant! Dry Basement!!
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For sale
$190,000
606 Cutler Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
4beds
804sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$186,600 Zestimate®
$236/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rec roomNewer vinyl windowsFront deckWalkout lower levelRear walkout deck
- 16 days
- 640
- 72
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Angela McKenzie (515)778-6365,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 750110
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 804
- Total interior livable area: 804 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 200
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Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 12002607001000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1975
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: $236/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $170,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,980
- Date on market: 9/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$186,600
$177,000 - $196,000
$1,383/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $190,000$236/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #750110 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2025 | Sold | $190,000$236/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #702963 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2024 | Pending sale | $190,000$236/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #702963 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $190,000-7.3%$236/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #702963 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2024 | Listing removed | $204,900$255/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #702963 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2024 | Price change | $204,900-2.4%$255/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #702963 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $210,000+50%$261/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #702963 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2024 | Sold | $140,000-15.1%$174/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #690130 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2024 | Pending sale | $164,900$205/sqft |
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| 2/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $164,900+546.7%$205/sqft |
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| 9/29/1997 | Sold | $25,500$32/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,044 +15.4% | $170,800 +12.7% |
| 2024 | $2,638 -1.6% | $151,600 |
| 2023 | $2,682 +0.8% | $151,600 +23.6% |
| 2022 | $2,660 +7.3% | $122,700 |
| 2021 | $2,480 -3.6% | $122,700 +13.6% |
| 2020 | $2,572 +9.5% | $108,000 |
| 2019 | $2,348 +1.2% | $108,000 +12.6% |
| 2018 | $2,320 | $95,900 |
| 2017 | $2,320 +10.6% | $95,900 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $2,098 | $88,300 |
| 2015 | $2,098 +3.8% | $88,300 +0.5% |
| 2014 | $2,022 | $87,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $87,900 -5.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $92,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $92,600 -2.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $94,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $94,700 +0.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $94,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $94,200 +6.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $88,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $88,700 +15% |
| 2003 | -- | $77,100 +9.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $70,660 |
| 2001 | -- | $70,660 |
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Neighborhood: Fort Des Moines
Nearby schools
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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