Charming home conveniently located in Des Moines! Just minutes from restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, golf courses, and more. The main floor features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, while the basement includes an additional bathroom with a shower. The basement is ready to be finished and offers the potential for a 3rd bedroom with some additional work. This home has seen many important updates, including all new plumbing pipes installed in 2024, a new back door and kitchen stair added in 2023, and a new garage roof in 2025. Other major improvements include anchored basement walls, plus a newer refrigerator, washer, dishwasher, and garbage disposal, along with updated roofs and siding. Enjoy the great outdoor space with a fenced-in yard and patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Schedule your private showing today!
Pending
$190,000
5733 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
675sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
7,187.4 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$281/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Anchored basement wallsUpdated roofsFenced-in yardNewer refrigeratorGarbage disposal
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 23, 2026 at 06:10pm
Listed by:
Dianna Elder (641)780-8804,
Realty ONE Group Impact,
Parker Elder 641-218-0598,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 736369
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 675
- Total interior livable area: 675 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,187.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 131
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10009730000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $281/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $150,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,816
- Date on market: 3/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/24/2026 | Pending sale | $190,000$281/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #736369 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $190,000+26.7%$281/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #736369 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2021 | Sold | $150,000+0.1%$222/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #640790 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2021 | Pending sale | $149,900$222/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #640790 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $149,900+77.4%$222/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #640790 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2010 | Sold | $84,500-6%$125/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2010 | Listed for sale | $89,900$133/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #364081 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,754 -5.9% | $150,500 |
| 2023 | $2,928 +0.8% | $150,500 +13.1% |
| 2022 | $2,904 +5.6% | $133,100 |
| 2021 | $2,750 -3.6% | $133,100 +12% |
| 2020 | $2,852 +8.5% | $118,800 |
| 2019 | $2,628 +1.2% | $118,800 +11.8% |
| 2018 | $2,596 | $106,300 |
| 2017 | $2,596 +16.1% | $106,300 +13.6% |
| 2016 | $2,236 | $93,600 |
| 2015 | $2,236 +16.6% | $93,600 +11.7% |
| 2014 | $1,918 | $83,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $83,800 -10.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $93,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $93,200 -9.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $102,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $102,700 +3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $99,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $99,300 +10.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $90,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $90,100 +9.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $82,230 +22.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $67,220 |
| 2001 | -- | $67,220 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,238/mo
Principal & interest
$999
Property taxes
$239
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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