$269,900

2505 Shaw St Des Moines, IA 50317

$3,205
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,096 sqft
0.1 acres
$246 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2505 Shaw St

This BRAND-NEW home offers incredible financial perks, including NFC financing with up to a $10,000 forgivable loan and $2,500 toward closing costs—perfect for adding a garage, privacy fence, or other improvements. Located 3 miles from downtown Des Moines, next to the newly renovated Chesterfield Park, featuring $1.9 million in updates, and overlooking a serene retention pond. Enjoy a 9-year declining tax abatement: 100% of the improved value is abated for the first 6 years, gradually transitioning to full value. This home features a bright, open floor plan. The inviting front porch leads to a spacious living room flowing into the eat-in kitchen, which offers a pantry and stainless steel appliances, including a stove, dishwasher, and range-mounted microwave. Durable LVP flooring runs throughout the main living areas and private primary suite, located at the back of the home for optimal privacy. Three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms are conveniently situated on the main level, providing space and comfort for all. The roughed-in lower level is ready for quick finishing, with space for an additional bedroom (with an egress window) and family room, offering easy equity. Outside, enjoy a 10’x12’ storage shed, LP smart siding, and lifetime-duration shingles for peace of mind. Built by NFC Properties, LLC, this is a rare opportunity to create your dream home. Schedule your private showing today! All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,096 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.114 Acres
Year builtNew Const., 2024
MLS #708196

Summary

  • MLS Number: 708196
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 204-3300
  • Listing Agent: Tori Shanks

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2505 Shaw St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 09, 2023
Home Sold
$78,500
Oct 20, 2009
Home Sold
$15,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$5,100$102
2021$4,500$102
2020$3,900$102
2019$3,900$90
2018$3,400$90
2017$3,400$86

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Willard Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

2941 Dean Ave

1

Capitol View Elementary School

Public District EE-5

1.4 mi

320 E 16th St

2

River Woods Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

2929 SE 22nd 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 $45,781. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

42%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

36%
Single, No Kids
23%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

23%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • KiaKia
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 2505 Shaw St

This home is located at 2505 Shaw St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317. This 1,096 square foot home, which was built in 2024, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 21, 2024 and is currently priced at $269,900.

While more than 16 listings in Des Moines, IA in February 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 37 listings sold at asking price, and more than 92 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.4% between January and February 2025. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $215,530, while the average time on the real estate market was 50 days.

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

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