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2712 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50321

$465,000

Home List Price

$5,522*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 1 Partial
2,152 SqFt
$216/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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2712 Thornton Ave, Des Moines$465,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$5,522*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAttached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Three Car Garage
Attached Garage5 spaces
Year Built1973
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #685694
Lot Size0.43 Acres
StatusActive

About 2712 Thornton Ave

Where do you begin when you step inside this immaculate 5BR/3.5BA walkout 2-story with over 3100 SF of Finished living Space on 3 levels! The classic Des Moines southside home features a traditional formal living room, formal dining room with crown molding and bay windows. Space is your friend in this wonderful layout. The back of the main level is complete with an updated kitchen along with an informal dining area and a family room with fireplace overlooking the deck and tree lined backyard. Upstairs you'll find 3 spacious guest bedrooms and another full bath along with an Owner's Suite Oasis with a walk-in closet. There is also a panic room built into the 2nd level with an escape hatch into the garage. In the complete lower level you will find a completely functional in-law-suite including, 1 BR, 1BA, full kitchen, family room, & laundry, with its own private entrance. Outside along with the 2 Car attached garage you will find a 3 stall detached garage with a car lift. That gives you a minimum of 5 stalls inside for cars and toys. Everything is present to make this your dream home. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,152 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
  • Listing Agent: Joe Bennett

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 5 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Three Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.43 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Lincoln High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Brody Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Wright Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Going north on Fleur Dr, turn left onto Park Ave and left onto SW 28th Street. Property is on the right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $465,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $216/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $7,166
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$207.6K

Med. Price/SqFt

$184

Avg. Days On Market

43

# of Sold Homes

235

2712 Thornton Ave vs Des Moines

156 DAYS ON ROCKET

+113 Days

$465,000

+$257.3K More

$216/SqFt

+$32 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $257.3K more than the Median Sold Price and $32/SqFt more than other homes in Des Moines, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #685694

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
  • Listing Agent: Joe Bennett

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$7,166$301,200
2020$7,166$285,200
2019$6,498$285,200
2018$6,498$253,000
2017$5,842$253,000

History based on county public records data.

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$2,388

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,461

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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3
/10

  • Wright Elementary School

  • 5001 SW 14th St

  • 1.32 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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1
/10

  • Brody Middle School

  • 2501 Park Ave

  • 0.34 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 4.70 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 6.94 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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2
/10

  • Lincoln High School

  • 2600 SW 9th St

  • 1.58 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $103,646. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 2712 Thornton Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 2712 Thornton Ave property is $465,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 2712 Thornton Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50321.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 2712 Thornton Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 2712 Thornton Ave are:
Wright Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Brody Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Lincoln High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $7,166 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 2712 Thornton Ave has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 2712 Thornton Ave is 2,152 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 2712 Thornton Ave is 1973.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50321›2712 Thornton Ave

This home is located at 2712 Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50321 in the Southwestern Hills neighborhood. This 2,152 square foot home, which was built in 1973, sits on a 0.43 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 22, 2023 and is currently priced at $465,000.

In March 2024 more than 55 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 59 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 121 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 8.5% between February 2024 and March 2024. Listings spent 43 days on the market in March 2024, and had a median list price of $207,620 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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