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Sold for $230,500 on 11/21/25
  • $230,500

    3540 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

    3beds
    1,120sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2006
    9,844.56 Square Feet Lot
    $230,500 Zestimate®
    $206/sqft
    $1,516 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    This charming East Side ranch home offers an open layout with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and plenty of potential to grow. The finished basement provides extra living space with the large additional family room that includes built-in speakers for entertainment. The basement finish also includes two egress windows perfect for adding additional bedrooms and is pre-plumbed for an additional bathroom. Enjoy outdoor living with a fully fenced backyard, beautiful landscaping, and a large, inviting front porch. Located near the world-famous Iowa State Fairgrounds and just minutes from downtown Des Moines, this home combines comfort, convenience, and future flexibility in a great location.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: November 24, 2025 at 06:00am

    Listed by:

    Cameron Campos (515)778-5345,

    RE/MAX Concepts,

    Chris Moore 515-554-4549,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Bought with:

    Michael Dunne

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 720844MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
    • Flooring: Carpet
    • Basement: Egress Windows,Finished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,120
    • Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 560

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Full
    Lot
    • Size: 9,844 sqft
    • Dimensions: 72 x 137
    Details
    • Parcel number: 06005961000000
    • Zoning: Res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 2006

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete