Wonderful opportunity to custom build in the heart of Des Moines. Cleared and ready for construction, this 0.209 acre lot is perfectly located between the highly desired West side of Drake neighborhoods, and the South side of Beaverdale. This location is within walking distance of multiple parks (Witmer Park being the closest), the trail system, and offers easy access to amenities along University in the heart of Beaverdale, and downtown or West Des Moines via 235. All city utilities are available (water/sewer/gas) at the lot, and there are no restrictions on who builds the house. Very easy to tour, please call an agent today for more information.
Property Details
Property Features
Listing Office:
Office Name: Space Simply
Office Phone: (515) 423-0899
Listing Agent: Cy Phillips
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Corner Lot, Level, Cul-De-Sac
Lot Size: 0.21 Acres
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Directions Information:
Directions: From I-235, take 42nd street exit, north to Forest Ave, Right (east) , then Left (north) at stop sign onto 41st, north to Waveland Dr, turn right (east) and lot is on the northwest corner of Waveland Dr and Germania Dr.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $93,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $2,614
Tax Year: 2021
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Perkins Elementary School
4301 College Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.29 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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Monroe Elementary School
2250 30th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.91 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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Hubbell Elementary School
800 42nd St
Distance between this listing and this school0.94 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
4
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Callanan Middle School
3010 Center St
Distance between this listing and this school1.24 miles
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Cowles Montessori School
6401 College Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.73 miles
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Merrill Middle School
5301 Grand Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.76 miles
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Roosevelt High School
4419 Center St
Distance between this listing and this school0.96 miles
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Hoover High School
4800 Aurora Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.16 miles
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Walnut Creek Campus
1020 8th St
Distance between this listing and this school2.57 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,143. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1500 Germania Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1500 Germania Dr property is $93,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1500 Germania Dr is land located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1500 Germania Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $2,614 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
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This home is located at 1500 Germania Dr in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This home sits on a 0.21 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $93,000.
While more than 34 listings in Des Moines, IA in November 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 49 listings sold at asking price, and more than 122 were sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 5.2% between October 2024 and November 2024. Listings spent 34 days on the market in November 2024, and had a median list price of $215,000 during the same period.
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