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509 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50315

$259,900

Home List Price

$3,086*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,176 SqFt
$221/SqFt
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509 Porter Ave, Des Moines$259,900

Buyer Closing Credits

$3,086*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
Year Built1965
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #705240
Lot Size0.32 Acres
StatusActive

About 509 Porter Ave

Inside this charming, south side, brick, ranch home you will see the beautifully refinished hardwood floors in the living room and 3 large bedrooms. The full bath has been updated and the kitchen has been updated as well with LVP flooring, custom cabinet doors, new countertops and fixtures. Downstairs you'll find the walk-out basement offers an additional family room, bedroom, storage and 3/4 bath and laundry area. The newer shed and covered patio in the large, partially fenced yard adds value along with the possibility for additional structures (pending all city approvals, of course!). A great location makes a quick and convenient commute for all your needs!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Living Area: 1,176 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Iowa Realty South
  • Office Phone: (515) 453-6732
  • Listing Agent: Brady Jackson

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior: Dining Area

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fence, Patio, Storage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.32 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From SW 9th go east on Porter Avenue and home will be on the north side of the road.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $259,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $221/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,668
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Des Moines, IA.

Med. Sold Price

$215K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

34

# of Sold Homes

205

509 Porter Ave vs Des Moines

74 DAYS ON ROCKET

+40 Days

$259,900

+$44.9K More

$221/SqFt

+$30 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $44.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $30/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: #705240

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Iowa Realty South
  • Office Phone: (515) 453-6732
  • Listing Agent: Brady Jackson

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$3,668$161,000
2020$3,668$141,500
2019$3,398$141,500
2018$3,398$127,700
2017$3,114$127,700

History based on county public records data.

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$1,365

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$846

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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4
/10
  • Lovejoy Elementary School

  • 801 E Kenyon Ave

  • 0.21 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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1
/10
  • South Union Elementary School

  • 4201 S Union St

  • 0.97 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10
  • Jackson Elementary School

  • 3825 Indianola Ave

  • 1.32 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $34,615. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 509 Porter Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 509 Porter Ave property is $259,900.

What type of property is this?

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

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 509 Porter 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 $3,668 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 509 Porter Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 509 Porter Ave is 1,176 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 509 Porter Ave is 1965.

Rocket HomesIowaPolk CountyDes Moines50315509 Porter Ave

This home is located at 509 Porter Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the South Park neighborhood. This 1,176 square foot home, which was built in 1965, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 08, 2024 and is currently priced at $259,900.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 34 sold above asking price, over 122 sold below and more than 49 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 5.2% between October 2024 and November 2024. In November 2024 median list price was $215,000 and the average listing age was 34 days.

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

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