Ideal starter home to update to your taste - priced accordingly! This charming two-story home is full of potential and nestled in a quiet pocket neighborhood with traffic-calming speed bumps for added peace of mind. Just minutes from the interstate and downtown, it offers an ideal blend of convenience and tranquility. Inside, you'll find an open flow filled with natural light, well-maintained original hardwood floors, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that adds timeless character. The three sizable bedrooms and two bathrooms provide ample space, while updates like newer windows, water heater, HVAC, furnace, and roof offer peace of mind. The basement has been thoughtfully braced and waterproofed, and the fully fenced backyard boasts mature trees, a large deck, and a serene setting perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Don't miss your opportunity to make this home your own and build even more value over time!
Sold for $203,500
$203,500
2517 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,372sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
8,799.12 Square Feet Lot
$203,300 Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$1,781 Estimated rent
Home value
$203,300
$193,000 - $213,000
$1,781/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 26, 2025 at 12:00pm
Listed by:
Jenna Phothiboupha (515)494-9148,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Junior Ibarra 515-497-8133,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Jen Mott
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 717048
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
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,372
- Total interior livable area: 1,372 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 350
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 8,799 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 080/00637011000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Sold | $203,500-7.5%$148/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #717048 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Pending sale | $220,000$160/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717048 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $220,000$160/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717048 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $220,000$160/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717048 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Price change | $220,000-3.9%$160/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717048 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,054 -1.1% | $206,100 |
| 2023 | $4,100 +0.7% | $206,100 +18.4% |
| 2022 | $4,070 -1.1% | $174,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lower Beaver
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Samuelson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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