Welcome to this cozy 2 bedroom 1 bath property in a quiet established neighborhood. Cuddle up by the gas fireplace surrounded by Italian marble in the comfort of your own home or gather around the wood fireplace in the garage while unwinding in your hot tub. This home also features a convenient 1st-floor laundry, newer roof with gutters and gutter topppers, new AC & furnace installed in 2019 and new flooring on main level. Ceramic tile flooring & granite countertops in the kitchen as well as a charming breakfast nook to enjoy your morning coffee while taking in views of your large corner lot. Location couldn't be more ideal – easy access to interstates for quick commute to anywhere in the metro as well as being just steps away from Ankeny Hy-Vee, Sonny's Restaurant, and an easy walk to Casey's.
Woodside Middle School, Public District Grades 5-8
Cornell Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-4
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Directions Information:
Directions: Head south on IA-415 S, turn west onto NW 66th Ave, continue onto NW 65th Ln, turn south onto NW 5th Ct, turn west onto NW 65th Ave, home is on the south side.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $235,000
Price Per SqFt: $214/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $2,188
Tax Year: 2021
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Cornell Elementary School
5817 NE 3rd St
Distance between this listing and this school1.22 miles
Public District Grades PK-4
Middle School
2
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Woodside Middle School
5810 NE 14th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.62 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
High School
2
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Saydel High School
5601 NE 7th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.60 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
3
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Cornell Elementary School
5817 NE 3rd St
Distance between this listing and this school1.22 miles
Public District Grades PK-4
Nearby Schools
9
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Crocker Elementary School
2910 SW Applewood St
Distance between this listing and this school1.52 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
9
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Prairie Trail Elementary School
1850 SW College Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.26 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Assigned Schools
2
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Woodside Middle School
5810 NE 14th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.62 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
Nearby Schools
7
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Southview Middle School
1020 SW Cherry St
Distance between this listing and this school3.07 miles
Public District Grades 8-9
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Harding Middle School
203 E Euclid Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.60 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
2
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Saydel High School
5601 NE 7th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.60 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
7
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Ankeny Centennial High School
2220 Nw State St
Distance between this listing and this school2.03 miles
Public District Grades 10-12
7
/10
Ankeny High School
1155 SW Cherry St
Distance between this listing and this school3.08 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $70,095. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 556 NW 65th Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 556 NW 65th Ave property is $235,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 556 NW 65th Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50313.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 556 NW 65th 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 556 NW 65th Ave are: Cornell Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10Woodside Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10Saydel 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 $2,188 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on May 24, 2006 for $150,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 556 NW 65th Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 556 NW 65th Ave is 1,096 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 556 NW 65th Ave is 1940.
This home is located at 556 NW 65th Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313. This 1,096 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.39 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2024 and is currently priced at $235,000.
Des Moines, IA housing market in April 2024 saw over 55 listings sold above listed price, more than 76 sold at listed price and over 124 sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.1% between March 2024 and April 2024. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 32 days, the median list price was $209,944.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.