#720487, Pennie Carroll, Listing office: Pennie Carroll & Associates
$155,000 List price
2421 Adams Ave Des Moines, IA 50310
3 beds
1 full
620 sqft
0.2 acres
$250 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2421 Adams Ave
Welcome to 2421 Adams Ave, a cozy 3-bedroom, 1-bath gem nestled in the heart of Des Moines. This home is perfect for first-time buyers or savvy investors! Enjoy a spacious living area filled with natural light. Located minutes from downtown, parks, and schools, this home combines convenience with comfort. Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of one of Des Moines’ most accessible neighborhoods!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size620 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.161 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #721161
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $155,000
- Price/SqFt: $250
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,266
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Hickman, go North on MLK, West on Adams, house in on the North side of the street.
- Year Built: 1940
- Living Area: 620 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.161 Acres
- MLS Number: 721161
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: The American Real Estate Co.
- Office Phone: (515) 776-0164
- Listing Agent: Tiffany Marcum
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 06, 2017 | Home Sold | $100,000 |
| May 18, 2015 | Home Sold | $19,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $155,500 | $2,266 |
| 2021 | $126,600 | $2,266 |
| 2020 | $87,400 | $2,266 |
| 2019 | $87,400 | $2,012 |
| 2018 | $75,600 | $2,012 |
| 2017 | $75,600 | $1,662 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•2250 30th St
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
3
Oak Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•3928 6th 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 $46,604. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
38%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
5%
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?
44%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
College Basketball
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Books-a-Million
Dillards
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Logan's Roadhouse
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Toyota
Hyundai
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Rock
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2421 Adams Ave
The listing price of 2421 Adams Ave property is $155,000.
The property 2421 Adams Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.
Active Listing: 2421 Adams Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2421 Adams Ave are: Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Oak Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,266 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 6, 2017 for $100,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2421 Adams Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 2421 Adams Ave is 620 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2421 Adams Ave is 1940.
This home is located at 2421 Adams Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Prospect Park neighborhood. This 620 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $155,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 67 sold above asking price, over 153 sold below and more than 78 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. 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.