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5518 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50312

$624,900

Home List Price

$7,421*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
3,465 SqFt
$180/SqFt
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5518 Grand Ave, Des Moines$624,900

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$7,421*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1923
HeatingElectric, Natural Gas, Heat Pump, Hot Water
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceWood Burning, Fireplace Screen
MLS #694765
Lot Size0.65 Acres
StatusActive

About 5518 Grand Ave

Amazing price per square foot!!! One of the very lowest currently on the market! Dreaming of the quintessential century year old home, located on over a ½ acre on 1 of the most iconic streets & neighborhoods of all of Des Moines? This stately home w/ almost 3,000 SF, has had over $325,000 in updates completed by the current owner. They are now relocating out of town & ready for a new family to fill this beautiful 3 story home w/ love for the years to come! Gorgeous updates throughout include custom high end kitchen & dining room, new baths throughout, upstairs windows, roof, boiler, heat pump & driveway to name a few! This stunning property was part of HGTV’s West End Salvage TV show, which featured a new living room reveal! Main floor highlights include large tiled entry, center staircase & hardwood floors. Oversized living room. Inspiring kitchen has custom cabinetry, upgraded appliances, quartz countertops, huge island, heated floor & pantry. Tiled dining room has slider to deck & has lots of room for entertaining. ½ bath tucked just off the kitchen. Don’t miss the double solarium, all rebuilt in the past several years. Upstairs on the 2nd level, are 5 large rooms w/ lots of space & versatility & full bath. Visit the 3rd level to the fabulous primary bedroom suite or guests quarters to escape it all. This relaxing oasis is complete w/ full bath & soaking tub! Fabulous flat yard & patio off the deck. Less than 5 min walk to Hanawalt Elem & Merrill Middle.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Two Story, Three Story
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 3,465 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 279-6700
  • Listing Agent: Julie Moore

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Microwave, Wine Cooler
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck, Fence, Patio

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.65 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Electric, Natural Gas, Heat Pump, Hot Water
  • 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: From Grand Ave. go south on 56th St. Home/ driveway is on your left. Park on the driveway.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $624,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $180/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $10,362
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$214.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

29

# of Sold Homes

183

5518 Grand Ave vs Des Moines

178 DAYS ON ROCKET

+149 Days

$624,900

+$410.5K More

$180/SqFt

-$10 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $410.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $10/SqFt less 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: #694765

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 279-6700
  • Listing Agent: Julie Moore

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jul 03, 2012Home Sold
$315,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$10,362$472,300
2020$10,362$399,700
2019$9,702$399,700
2018$9,702$364,700
2017$9,076$364,700

History based on county public records data.

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$3,186

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Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,940

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

  • 0.17 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Merrill Middle School

  • 5301 Grand Ave

  • 0.22 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 1.88 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 7.36 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Roosevelt High School

  • 4419 Center St

  • 1.02 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. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 5518 Grand Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 5518 Grand Ave property is $624,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 5518 Grand Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 5518 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 5518 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 $10,362 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on July 3, 2012 for $315,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 5518 Grand Ave has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 5518 Grand Ave is 3,465 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 5518 Grand Ave is 1923.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50312›5518 Grand Ave

This home is located at 5518 Grand Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the Westwood neighborhood. This 3,465 square foot home, which was built in 1923, sits on a 0.65 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 06, 2024 and is currently priced at $624,900.

While more than 37 listings in Des Moines, IA in September 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 46 listings sold at asking price, and more than 100 were sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 2.6% between August 2024 and September 2024. In September 2024, listings were on the market for 29 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $214,357.

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

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