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509 Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50315

$225,000

Home List Price

$2,672*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
960 SqFt
$234/SqFt
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509 Bell Ave, Des Moines$225,000

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$2,672*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1960
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #703345
Lot Size0.19 Acres
StatusActive

About 509 Bell Ave

Welcome to this stunning 3-bedroom, 1.5 -bath ranch home, perfect for cozy living. The location is unbeatable and the inviting layout and prime location make this home a must-see. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to own a lovely home in a fantastic area, as this home is so close to downtown and Grays Lake! With spacious bedrooms and open concept living, you'll enjoy best of both worlds in this home. The lower level walkout is finished with a spacious family room, bedroom, 1/2 bath and laundry room. Enjoy living with the front deck or the walkout patio. There's a 2-car detached garage and a nice private fenced in backyard backing to trees with no neighbors behind you!! Ideal for entertaining guests. Schedule your showing TODAY!!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Living Area: 960 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 298-9287
  • Listing Agent: Blake Shaffer

Interior Features

Interior Information:

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

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fully Fenced, Patio

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.19 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, 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: Take SW 9th St. to Bell Ave., then east to home on the left.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $225,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $234/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,460
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$213.1K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

27

# of Sold Homes

242

509 Bell Ave vs Des Moines

21 DAYS ON ROCKET

-6 Days

$225,000

+$11.8K More

$234/SqFt

+$44 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $11.8K more than the Median Sold Price and $44/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: #703345

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 298-9287
  • Listing Agent: Blake Shaffer

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jul 19, 2018Home Sold
$155,000
Aug 01, 2016Home Sold
$130,000
Oct 21, 2013Home Sold
$85,000
Apr 17, 2007Home Sold
$125,000
Dec 09, 2005Home Sold
$70,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$3,460$159,300
2020$3,460$142,300
2019$3,128$142,300
2018$3,128$126,300
2017$2,844$126,300

History based on county public records data.

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$1,190

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$741

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

  • 0.44 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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1
/10

  • Brody Middle School

  • 2501 Park Ave

  • 1.66 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 5.30 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 5.38 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

High School

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2
/10

  • Lincoln High School

  • 2600 SW 9th St

  • 0.30 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 $42,846. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is 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 509 Bell Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 509 Bell Ave property is $225,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 509 Bell Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 509 Bell 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 509 Bell 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 $3,460 (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 19, 2018 for $155,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 509 Bell Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 509 Bell Ave is 960 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 509 Bell Ave is 1960.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50315›509 Bell Ave

This home is located at 509 Bell Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Indianola Hills neighborhood. This 960 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 06, 2024 and is currently priced at $225,000.

Over 55 listings were sold over their listed price in August 2024 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 126 listings were sold below the listed price and 61 listings were sold for the listed price. In August 2024, listings were on the market for 27 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $213,114.

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

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