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5500 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50312

$1,250,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths, 1 Partial
4,909 SqFt
$255/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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5500 Grand Ave, Des Moines$1,250,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAttached, Garage, Three Car Garage
Attached Garage4 spaces
Year Built1920
HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Radiant
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceGas Log, Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
MLS #667591
Lot Size4.14 Acres
StatusActive

About 5500 Grand Ave

This landmark Grand Ave estate on two parcels consisting of a total of 4.142 parklike acres has been wonderfully and thoughtfully updated for today. The magnificent woodwork has been preserved, and the house is filled with light. A large primary suite w/ fireplace, dressing room, and a newly remodeled bath, and new carpet is one of 5BR and 6BA. Dream kitchen w/Sub-Zero, Dacor, and Fisher & Paykel appliances opens to breakfast room, den, and deck. Freshly painted throughout, and all windows have been replaced, including new custom Pella Architectural windows in 2022. The finished 3rd-floor surprises with a big flex space, 2 more BR, BA, and office. Enjoy the large screened porch for hanging out or entertaining. There is also a large mud room with heated floors, a study, and 2nd floor laundry. The second parcel (5450 Grand) is buildable and is included in the sale, with room to build a guest house or add a pool. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Three Story, Tudor
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 4,909 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
  • Listing Agent: Jean O'Neill

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior: Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Gas Log, Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck, Enclosed Porch, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 4 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 4.14 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Radiant
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Roosevelt High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Merrill Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Hanawalt Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: The home is on the south side of Grand Ave, just past Merrill Jr High and one house east of 56th St.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,250,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $255/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $23,778
  • 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

5500 Grand Ave vs Des Moines

439 DAYS ON ROCKET

+396 Days

$1,250,000

+$1.0M More

$255/SqFt

+$71 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.0M more than the Median Sold Price and $71/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: #667591

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
  • Listing Agent: Jean O'Neill

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jan 20, 2015Home Sold
$900,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$23,778$900,100
2020$23,778$926,000
2019$21,968$926,000
2018$21,968$834,500
2017$22,330$834,500

History based on county public records data.

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$6,306

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$3,814

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

  • Hanawalt Elementary School

  • 225 56th St

  • 0.13 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Merrill Middle School

  • 5301 Grand Ave

  • 0.21 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 1.93 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 7.35 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Roosevelt High School

  • 4419 Center St

  • 1.03 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 $83,056. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 5500 Grand Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 5500 Grand Ave property is $1,250,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 5500 Grand Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 5500 Grand 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 5500 Grand Ave are:
Hanawalt Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Merrill Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Roosevelt High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $23,778 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on January 20, 2015 for $900,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 5500 Grand Ave has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 5500 Grand Ave is 4,909 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 5500 Grand Ave is 1920.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50312›5500 Grand Ave

This home is located at 5500 Grand Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the Westwood neighborhood. This 4,909 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 4.14 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 13, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,250,000.

Des Moines, IA housing market in March 2024 saw over 55 listings sold above listed price, more than 59 sold at listed price and over 121 sold below. In March 2024 in Des Moines, IA there were 8.5% more homes for sale than in February 2024. The median list price of listings available in March 2024 was $207,620, while the average time on the real estate market was 43 days.

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

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