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2503 SE 5th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315

Polk County

Key Facts

3Beds
1Baths
894Sq Ft
1910Year Built
0.25Lot (acres)

Description

Move-in ready and full of charm! This 3-bedroom home on Des Moines’ south side sits on an oversized quarter-of-an-acre lot, offering plenty of outdoor space and room for multiple vehicles to park. Inside, you’re welcomed by a charming front living area and practical layout with one bedroom on main level and two upstairs. Laundry is conveniently located on main-level. One of the highlights of the home is the updated bathroom with a beautifully tiled walk-in shower complete with dual shower heads and a handheld sprayer for a spa-like experience. The updated kitchen includes a pantry and range with overhead hood, and all appliances are included! Major mechanical updates were completed in 2024, including a new furnace, central AC, plumbing updates, and a fully updated electrical system with new panel and wiring, making this home truly move-in ready. Enjoy relaxing evenings on the back deck, a fenced front yard, and the flexibility of an unfinished walkout basement for storage or future possibilities. Affordable, updated, and sitting on a large lot near the heart of Des Moines, this home is a fantastic opportunity for homeowners or investors alike (rental certificate good through Feb 2027). Schedule your showing today!

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

One And One Half Story

Year Built

1910

Living Area

894 sq ft

Lot Size

0.25 acres

Lot Dimensions

55X195

Zoning

N3A

Days on Market

116

MLS® Listing#

736305

Property Features

Appliances

CooktopDryerRefrigeratorWasher

Cooling

Central AirWindow Unit(s)

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Basement

Unfinished

Laundry

Main Level

Patio

Deck

Lot Features

Rectangular Lot

Construction

Metal Siding

Foundation

Brick/Mortar

Roof

AsphaltShingle

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual Taxes

$2,712

Tax year 2026

Parcel Number

01006319002001

Directions

From the Hy-Vee on Park and SE 14th, head north on SE 14th, then west on E Bell, home will be on the corner of E Bell and SE 5th.

Affordability Calculator

$33,000

Estimated monthly payment

$878/mo

Principal $132,000 · Est. interest $184,152 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Des Moines, IA

$294,194
Median Listing Price
57
Median Days on Market
1,408
Median Sq Ft
$203
Median Price / Sq Ft
1,325
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 44% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 9% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Des Moines, IA.

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EXIT Agents in Des Moines

Listing Courtesy: LPT Realty, LLC - (515) 612-0735

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