Stop renting, the payment on this move in ready condo makes sense! Seller offering $1k closing costs credit, motivated and flexible with terms. This corner unit condo offers two generous bedrooms, a full bathroom, great kitchen, and large living area. Located just blocks from the Drake University campus, this home is walkable to so many amenities from eating to shopping and all the outdoor activities you could want in the Des Moines metro. The HOA and owners within the building are great, monthly dues includes water, heat, trash and insurance along with snow/lawn/exterior maintenance. Recent improvements include: Flooring, paint, kitchen appliances, and multiple fixtures. The home is very easy to show and immediate occupancy is available. Please call an agent today for a private tour or more information about this simple condo that offers incredible quality of life! Seller willing to cover closing costs/etc.
Sold for $72,000 on 08/04/25
$72,000
3940 University Ave APT 1, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
882sqft
Townhouse, Condominium, Multi Family, Apartment
Built in 1926
-- sqft lot
$71,300 Zestimate®
$82/sqft
$1,091 Estimated rent
Home value
$71,300
$68,000 - $75,000
$1,091/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 06, 2025 at 04:32pm
Listed by:
Cy Phillips 515-423-0899,
Space Simply
Bought with:
Chris Chiaramonte
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 706880
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiant, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 882
- Total interior livable area: 882 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: See Remarks
Lot
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 09001049001000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium, Multi Family, Apartment
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, See Remarks
- Foundation: See Remarks, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Laundry Facilities, See Remarks
Location
- Region: Des Moines
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $275 monthly
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, See Remarks, Snow Removal
- Association name: Casa Vista Apts
- Second association name: self
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2025 | Sold | $72,000+24.1%$82/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #706880 | ||
| 6/28/2017 | Sold | $58,000-10.8%$66/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #528288 | ||
| 8/6/2014 | Sold | $65,000+0%$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 3/24/2014 | Sold | $64,970+18.1%$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 2/1/2013 | Sold | $55,000+93%$62/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,496 -6.6% | $79,200 |
| 2023 | $1,602 +0.8% | $79,200 +11.4% |
| 2022 | $1,590 -2.3% | $71,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Drake
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Hubbell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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