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216 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50315

$193,000

Home List Price

$2,292*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
751 SqFt
$257/SqFt
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216 Virginia Ave, Des Moines$193,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$2,292*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingCarport, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Garage1 space
Year Built1955
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #698663
Lot Size0.19 Acres
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)

About 216 Virginia Ave

This cozy ranch home on the south side is a beauty ready for new owners. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, an open floor plan, and hardwood flooring throughout the home upstairs. Kitchen offers newer cherry cabinets, new backsplash, and newer appliances. Enjoy a beautiful large deck (freshly painted) overlooking a gorgeous view of the big backyard. Very convenient attached 1-car carport and a detached 1-car garage. Updates include an expanded driveway, new bedroom and basement windows, new walk-out concrete basement in 2021, electrical panel in 2011, sump pump, French drain, and dehumidifier installed in 2023 by Foundation Recovery Systems with a transferable warranty. Basement floors have just been painted as well. Previously rented from 2015-2024, this property has a new rental certificate valid until 10/16/2026 transferable to the new owner. Basement has so much space and potential ready for you to add your special touch. Schedule you're showing today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Living Area: 751 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
  • Office Phone: (515) 689-2414
  • Listing Agent: Beatriz Sosa

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Carport, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.19 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: 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
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Park Ave Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: South Union St to Virginia, W to property.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $193,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $257/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,368
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$214.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

32

# of Sold Homes

240

216 Virginia Ave vs Des Moines

116 DAYS ON ROCKET

+84 Days

$193,000

-$21.9K Less

$257/SqFt

+$66 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $21.9K less than the Median Sold Price and $66/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: #698663

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
  • Office Phone: (515) 689-2414
  • Listing Agent: Beatriz Sosa

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jun 01, 2004Home Sold
$84,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$2,368$126,800
2020$2,368$100,130
2019$2,080$100,130
2018$2,080$86,930
2017$1,920$86,930

History based on county public records data.

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$1,031

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$645

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

  • Park Ave Elementary School

  • 3141 SW 9th St

  • 0.38 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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1
/10

  • Brody Middle School

  • 2501 Park Ave

  • 1.80 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 5.44 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 5.69 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

High School

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2
/10

  • Lincoln High School

  • 2600 SW 9th St

  • 0.55 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 $54,444. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 216 Virginia Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 216 Virginia Ave property is $193,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 216 Virginia Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.

Is this property for sale now?

Sale Pending: 216 Virginia Ave is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 216 Virginia Ave are:
Park Ave Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Brody Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
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 $2,368 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on June 1, 2004 for $84,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 216 Virginia Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 216 Virginia Ave is 751 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 216 Virginia Ave is 1955.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50315›216 Virginia Ave

This home is located at 216 Virginia Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Indianola Hills neighborhood. This 751 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 09, 2024 and is currently priced at $193,000.

Over 39 listings were sold over their listed price in October 2024 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 139 listings were sold below the listed price and 62 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between September 2024 and October 2024 increased by 6.9%. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $214,985, while the average time on the real estate market was 32 days.

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