$2,018 Closing Credit¹
#711319, Adam Janssen, Listing Office: Home Source Realty
$189,900 List price
2311 Drake Park Ave Des Moines, IA 50311
$2,255
Closing credit¹
5 beds
2 baths
1,989 sqft
0.1 acres
$95 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2311 Drake Park Ave
Fixer-Upper with Great Bones Near Drake University! Calling all investors and visionaries! This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is bursting with potential and ready for your creative touch. Situated just a few blocks from Drake University and directly across from Drake Park, this property boasts a prime location with easy access to downtown Des Moines. Featuring a generous living and dining area, this home has a solid foundation and great bones—making it an ideal renovation project or investment opportunity. Whether you're looking to restore its historic charm or modernize it for maximum value, the possibilities are endless. ?? Bonus: With Invest DSM offering grants of up to $75,000, you may have the perfect opportunity to transform this home into a true gem! Don’t miss out—schedule a showing today and start planning your dream renovation!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,989 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1895
MLS #713281
Summary
- MLS Number: 713281
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Realty ONE Group Impact
- Office Phone: (515) 867-0498
- Listing Agent: Cui Dong Davis
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $132,400 | $2,104 |
| 2021 | $102,300 | $2,104 |
| 2020 | $90,000 | $2,104 |
| 2019 | $90,000 | $2,126 |
| 2018 | $88,600 | $2,126 |
| 2017 | $88,600 | $1,946 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
1
Edmunds Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•950 15th St
5
The Downtown School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•1800 Grand Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $20,863. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
71%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
2%
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?
62%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
39%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
NBA/WNBA
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Express/Express For Men
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Starbucks
Cicis Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Pontiac
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary- Urban Adult Contemporary
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Frequently asked questions
About 2311 Drake Park Ave
This home is located at 2311 Drake Park Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 1,989 square foot home, which was built in 1895, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $189,900.
While more than 35 listings in Des Moines, IA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 42 listings sold at asking price, and more than 124 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 6.3%. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $215,179, while the average time on the real estate market was 47 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.