Desirable starter home with inviting front porch and private back yard, front door opens into large living room with gorgeous hardwood floors, big closet, nice beautiful dining room (which has a closet and french doors and could be third bedroom or office). Galley kitchen has newer cabinets and countertops, stainless appliances, and large sink with pull-out faucet. Bathroom on main floor has tub and shower. Upstairs has two bedrooms and also a common area perfect for reading or guest area. Home has new windows to improve energy efficiency and safety.
Convenient location on a nice quiet street between 27th and 30th, just behind Drake stadium. Super close to parks, restaurants, Drake, interstate I235, shopping, downtown, and basically anywhere in town.
Sold for $139,900 on 09/02/25
$139,900
2736 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
879sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
7,143.84 Square Feet Lot
$139,900 Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$1,379 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 04, 2025 at 08:15am
Listed by:
Marcia Munger (515)321-6607,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Eric Quiner
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 720081
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 879
- Total interior livable area: 879 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Fire Pit, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 7,143 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 142
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08003757000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1901
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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$139,900
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