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$210,000

126 E Maxwelton Dr Des Moines, IA 50315

3 beds
1 full
1,178 sqft
0.2 acres
$178 / sqft
House

Property details

About 126 E Maxwelton Dr

Home has a new roof 5/7/2024 with Class 3 shingles. (Some insurance companies give a discount for these shingles because they are rated harder for hail and wind.) Hardwood floors have been refinished and new interior paint throughout. The basement has an egress window, but is not finished. The lower level has been water-proofed and has a 40-year transferrable warranty to the new owner. Property has been a rental.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,178 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.201 Acres
Year built1966
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #716696
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior: Dining Area, Window Treatments
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Exterior: Fully Fenced
  • Architectural Style: Split Level
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $210,000
  • Price/SqFt: $178
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,674
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Take McKinley Ave to S Union, go north 2 blocks to Maxwelton, go east to the home. It sits on the north side of the street.
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Living Area: 1,178 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.201 Acres
  • MLS Number: 716696
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: McAfee Realty
  • Office Phone: (515) 251-4570
  • Listing Agent: Roberta McAfee

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 26, 2011
Home Sold
$54,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$184,700$3,674
2021$157,000$3,674
2020$141,700$3,674
2019$141,700$3,320
2018$124,800$3,320
2017$124,800$3,162

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

South Union Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

4201 S Union St

4

Lovejoy Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

801 E Kenyon Ave

3

Park Avenue Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

3141 SW 9th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $54,137. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

30%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • WingstopWingstop

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 126 E Maxwelton Dr

The listing price of 126 E Maxwelton Dr property is $210,000.

The property 126 E Maxwelton Dr is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.

Active Listing: 126 E Maxwelton Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 126 E Maxwelton Dr are: South Union Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lovejoy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Park Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), McCombs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,674 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 26, 2011 for $54,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 126 E Maxwelton Dr has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 126 E Maxwelton Dr is 1,178 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 126 E Maxwelton Dr is 1966.

This home is located at 126 E Maxwelton Dr in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Magnolia Park neighborhood. This 1,178 square foot home, which was built in 1966, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $210,000.

Over 67 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 153 listings were sold below the listed price and 78 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 38 days, the median list price was $216,801.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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