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3253 Kinsey Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50317

$159,900

Home List Price

$1,899*

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2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
685 SqFt
$233/SqFt
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3253 Kinsey Ave, Des Moines$159,900

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$1,899*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
Garage1 space
Year Built1942
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #708162
Lot Size0.16 Acres
StatusActive

About 3253 Kinsey Ave

We are excited to announce a $3,000 allowance to make this home your own - with an accepted offer on or before January 15, 2025. This is a limited-time opportunity to help make your dream of owning a home even more attainable! Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Des Moines that combines comfort and all the big ticket items are new—all for under $160k?! This home boasts a new roof, HVAC system, and water heater, new vinyl windows, ensuring worry-free living for years to come. The basement has been professionally waterproofed, offering additional peace of mind and potential for extra space. You’ll also appreciate the new plumbing throughout and the open patio, and fenced in front yard with RV hookup! Don’t miss this move-in-ready gem with all the upgrades already taken care of—schedule your showing today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Living Area: 685 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: The American Real Estate Co.
  • Office Phone: (515) 451-4549
  • Listing Agent: Montanaro, Rich

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

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

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fully Fenced, Patio

Parking Information:

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

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Head east on East University Avenue toward East 33rd Street. Turn left onto East 33rd Street. Turn right onto Kinsey Avenue. Continue on Kinsey Avenue; 3253 Kinsey Ave will be on your right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $159,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $233/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,046
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$215K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

34

# of Sold Homes

205

3253 Kinsey Ave vs Des Moines

40 DAYS ON ROCKET

+6 Days

$159,900

-$55.1K Less

$233/SqFt

+$42 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $55.1K less than the Median Sold Price and $42/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: #708162

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: The American Real Estate Co.
  • Office Phone: (515) 451-4549
  • Listing Agent: Montanaro, Rich

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 18, 2004Home Sold
$85,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$2,046$99,600
2020$2,046$91,100
2019$1,876$91,100
2018$1,876$82,600
2017$1,822$82,600

History based on county public records data.

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$866

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$546

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.

Nearby Schools

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2
/10

  • Stowe Elementary School

  • 1411 E 33rd St

  • 0.15 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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2
/10

  • Phillips Elementary School

  • 1701 Lay St

  • 0.99 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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4
/10

  • Willard Elementary School

  • 2941 Dean Ave

  • 1.14 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,556. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 3253 Kinsey Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 3253 Kinsey Ave property is $159,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 3253 Kinsey Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50317.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 3253 Kinsey Ave 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 $2,046 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on October 18, 2004 for $85,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 3253 Kinsey Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 3253 Kinsey Ave is 685 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 3253 Kinsey Ave is 1942.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50317›3253 Kinsey Ave

This home is located at 3253 Kinsey Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Accent neighborhood. This 685 square foot home, which was built in 1942, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 21, 2024 and is currently priced at $159,900.

Over 34 listings were sold over their listed price in November 2024 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 122 listings were sold below the listed price and 49 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale 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.

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

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