Charming 2 bedroom home in the heart of Des Moines. Nestled on a quiet dead end street this delightful home offers comfort, style and convenience. Features of this home include hardwood floors thru-out the main living area, a generous sized living room with natural light - great for relaxing. The eat in kitchen has new flooring, Stainless steel appliances and nice cabinetry that offers function and charm. Lower level has a versatile space with durable epoxy coating. Ideal for a gym, workshop or extra living space. 1 1/2 car garage gives you plenty of room for parking or projects. Enjoy the convenience of a location that's hard to beat where you are minutes from shopping, dining, and other local amenities.
Sold for $195,000 on 09/26/25
$195,000
5711 Allison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
795sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
-- sqft lot
$201,100 Zestimate®
$245/sqft
$1,386 Estimated rent
Home value
$201,100
$191,000 - $211,000
$1,386/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 02, 2025 at 11:09am
Listed by:
Bach, Car (515)255-1557,
Madden Realty
Bought with:
Jody Henkenius
BHHS First Realty Westown
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 722827
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
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 795
- Total interior livable area: 795 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Details
- Parcel number: 100/07301000000
- Zoning: Resid
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Sold | $195,000-4.9%$245/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #722827 | ||
| 8/18/2025 | Pending sale | $205,000$258/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722827 | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $205,000-2.4%$258/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722827 | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $210,000+27.3%$264/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722827 | ||
| 1/2/2024 | Sold | $165,000+2.8%$208/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #63568 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,930 +0.5% | $159,400 |
| 2023 | $2,914 +0.8% | $159,400 +20.3% |
| 2022 | $2,890 +6.6% | $132,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hillis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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