Beautifully updated split-level home offering 2,175 sqft of finished living space with exceptional flexibility! Southern exposure fills the home with natural light. Main level features a spacious open family room and dining area, plus an updated kitchen with large island and stainless steel appliances. Upper level includes 3 generous bedrooms and a full bath; primary suite boasts a stunning tiled shower with dual shower heads. Walkout lower level offers a cozy family room with wood-burning fireplace and built-ins—ideal for office, flex space, or additional living area. Lowest level provides even more room for a play area or theater. Ample storage throughout. Major mechanical updates include furnace, air conditioner, and hot water heater—adding peace of mind. Enjoy the private, north-facing backyard with stamped concrete patio and fully fenced vinyl yard. Tucked at the end of a quiet street—perfect for peaceful living and entertaining!
Sold for $388,000
$388,000
6509 Franklin Ave, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
3beds
1,775sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.25 Acres Lot
$387,900 Zestimate®
$219/sqft
$2,120 Estimated rent
Home value
$387,900
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Listed by:
SUSAN VANDERWAAL 515-453-6148,
Iowa Realty South
Bought with:
Stacey Smith
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 738907
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,775
- Total interior livable area: 1,775 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Fencing: Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 29200542019001
- Zoning: R-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Windsor Heights
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $219/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $355,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,371
- Date on market: 4/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Sold | $388,000-3%$219/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #738907 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Pending sale | $399,900$225/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #738907 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900+14.3%$225/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #738907 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2022 | Sold | $350,000$197/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #650077 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2022 | Pending sale | $350,000$197/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #650077 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2022 | Listed for sale | $350,000+17.4%$197/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #650077 Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2018 | Sold | $298,000-3.6%$168/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #566914 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2018 | Pending sale | $309,000$174/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #566914 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $309,000+108.8%$174/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #566914 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2016 | Sold | $148,000-10.2%$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2016 | Listed for sale | $164,900$93/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #514305 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2016 | Pending sale | $164,900$93/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #514305 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2016 | Listed for sale | $164,900$93/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,176 +2% | $355,400 +6.7% |
| 2024 | $6,054 +5% | $333,200 |
| 2023 | $5,766 +0.8% | $333,200 +24.1% |
| 2022 | $5,720 +1.4% | $268,400 |
| 2021 | $5,642 -3.9% | $268,400 +10% |
| 2020 | $5,874 +20.8% | $244,100 |
| 2019 | $4,862 +2.3% | $244,100 +29.7% |
| 2018 | $4,752 | $188,200 |
| 2017 | $4,752 +14.6% | $188,200 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $4,146 | $172,200 |
| 2015 | $4,146 +12.5% | $172,200 +8.1% |
| 2014 | $3,684 | $159,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $159,300 -0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $160,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $160,400 -5.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $169,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $169,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $169,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $169,900 +3% |
| 2006 | -- | $165,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $165,000 +7.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $153,180 +17.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $130,680 |
| 2001 | -- | $130,680 |
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Neighborhood: 50324
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GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Hillis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 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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