5111 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50310

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5111 Douglas Ave, Des Moines$236,900

Buyer Closing Credits

$2,813^*

1.25% Loan Amount

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential

ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Garage2 spaces

Year Built1972

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas

CoolingCentral Air

BasementYes

FireplaceWood Burning, Fireplace Screen

MLS #709195

Lot Size0.21 Acres

StatusActive

About 5111 Douglas Ave

Lean back in time with this charming 1970s home! This spacious split foyer has been home to the same family for over 36 YEARS! With many big ticket items already done, you can create your own personal style here. Recent updates include: all new HVAC system, roof, gutters, electrical, fresh paint, water heater, and water softener. Most of the home has original features including a retro wood burning fireplace and bar area. Far out! The backyard is fully fenced and has plenty of parking along with the newer two car garage. And the location on Douglas Ave puts you close to all that Des Moines has to offer. The property offers the rare chance to mid-century your heart out. This era home is ready to be a part of your future. Schedule your showing today!

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Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

• Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern, Split-Foyer
• Year Built: 1972
• Living Area: 872 SqFt

Listing Office:

• Office Name: Platinum Realty LLC
• Office Phone: (515) 778-8088
• Listing Agent: Nicole Williams

Interior Features

Interior Information:

• Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
• Basement: Yes
• Flooring Type: Carpet
• Interior: Wet Bar, Dining Area, Window Treatments
• Fireplace: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

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

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

• Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced

Parking Information:

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

Lot Features

Lot Information:

• Lot: Rectangular Lot
• Lot Size: 0.21 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

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

Other

Directions Information:

• Directions: From i80 exit Merle Hay Rd. Head south. Left on Douglas. From 235 exit 63rd st. Head north. Right on Hickman. Left on Merle Hay. Right on Douglas.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

• List Price: $236,900
• Price Per SqFt: $272/SqFt

Tax Information:

• Annual Amount: $3,718
• Tax Year: 2021

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Housing Market Comparison

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

Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$215K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

34

# of Sold Homes

205

5111 Douglas Ave vs Des Moines

2 DAYS ON ROCKET

-32 Days

$236,900

+$21.9K More

$272/SqFt

+$81 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $21.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $81/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: #709195

Listing Office:

• Office Name: Platinum Realty LLC
• Office Phone: (515) 778-8088
• Listing Agent: Nicole Williams

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEAR	PROP. TAX	ASSESSMENT
2021	$3,718	$147,200
2020	$3,718	$152,200
2019	$3,376	$152,200
2018	$3,376	$135,600
2017	$3,118	$135,600

History based on county public records data.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50310›5111 Douglas Ave

This home is located at 5111 Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 872 square foot home, which was built in 1972, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $236,900.

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. In November 2024 in Des Moines, IA there were 5.2% less homes for sale than in October 2024. In November 2024, listings were on the market for 34 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,000.

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