Welcome to 5545 E Douglas Avenue—where space, privacy, and convenience meet! Situated on nearly 3/4 of an acre, this split-level gem offers a fully privacy-fenced backyard with only one neighbor, giving you the feel of country living with the perks of the city. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a spacious 3-car attached garage. Enjoy multiple living areas including a main-level living room and a cozy & spacious lower-level family room with a direct vent gas fireplace. The kitchen is well-equipped with all appliances included and offers both a dining area and an eat-in option. Located on the edge of Des Moines, you're just minutes from city amenities while enjoying peaceful surroundings!
Sold for $308,750 on 08/15/25
$308,750
5545 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
1,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
0.73 Acres Lot
$308,700 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$2,061 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 10:54am
Listed by:
Michelle Greene,
Realty ONE Group Impact,
Greene, Briar 641-218-1206,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with:
Knittel, Heather
RE/MAX REC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 718850
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Daylight,Egress Windows,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,300
- Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 672
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.73 Acres
- Dimensions: 111 x 285
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06003748017000
- Zoning: N1A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete