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#721908, George Archer, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
$220,000 List price
2638 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA 50317
3 beds
2 full
1,167 sqft
0.2 acres
$189 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2638 Capitol Ave
This is a must see, beautiful updated home ready to move in. Corner lot. one car garage, stairs for the attic are in the ceiling, it's carpeted and painted. Cozy front porch. Newer windows. Furnace and water heater replaced in 2021, Air conditioner replaced in 2020, Garbage disposal 2020. New shower. close to school and fire department. This home is in the NFC Lending area. (Neighborhood Finance Corporation)
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,167 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.231 Acres
Year built1892
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #719106
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Dining Area
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, Fire Pit
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $220,000
- Price/SqFt: $188
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,102
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: University Ave East to E 26th St, turn south, to E Grand Ave, turn south on E 27th St. to Capitol Ave, house is on the right.
- Year Built: 1892
- Living Area: 1,167 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.231 Acres
- MLS Number: 719106
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: LPT Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (515) 979-2542
- Listing Agent: Ronda Cedillo
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $130,600 | $2,102 |
| 2021 | $103,400 | $2,102 |
| 2020 | $89,900 | $2,102 |
| 2019 | $89,900 | $1,792 |
| 2018 | $78,000 | $1,792 |
| 2017 | $76,100 | $1,692 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Willard Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•2941 Dean Ave
2
Phillips Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•1701 Lay St
2
Stowe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•1411 E 33rd St
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 $46,392. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type 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
63%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
17%
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
22%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Golden Corral
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Adult Standards
Urban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2638 Capitol Ave
The listing price of 2638 Capitol Ave property is $220,000.
The property 2638 Capitol Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50317.
Active Listing: 2638 Capitol Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2638 Capitol Ave are: Willard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Phillips Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Stowe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hoyt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,102 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 2638 Capitol Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 2638 Capitol Ave is 1,167 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2638 Capitol Ave is 1892.
This home is located at 2638 Capitol Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Fairground neighborhood. This 1,167 square foot home, which was built in 1892, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $220,000.
Des Moines, IA housing market in June 2025 saw over 67 listings sold above listed price, more than 78 sold at listed price and over 153 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 38 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $216,801 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.