$1,603 Closing Credit¹
#712741, Laurry Wailes, Listing Office: The American Real Estate Co.
$140,000 List price
2681 Morton Ave Des Moines, IA 50317
$1,663
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
825 sqft
0.2 acres
$170 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2681 Morton Ave
Great investment or flip opportunity in Northeast Des Moines! This 3-bed, 1-bath ranch is just minutes from Grandview, located on a quiet corner lot. Solid 3 bed 1 bath house with good bones just needs some work. The full basement offers plenty of storage and laundry space. Outside, you'll find an oversized two-stall garage and a yard with mature trees. Plus, the home has a new roof installed in 2024.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size825 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.23 Acres
Year built1957
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #713474
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $140,000
- Price/SqFt: $169
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,864
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From University Ave head north on Hubble. Turn left on E 27th Street. Turn left on Morton Ave
- Year Built: 1957
- Living Area: 825 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
- MLS Number: 713474
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Caliber Realty
- Office Phone: (515) 210-5294
- Listing Agent: Hannah Reysack
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $159,300 | $2,864 |
| 2021 | $133,000 | $2,864 |
| 2020 | $119,300 | $2,864 |
| 2019 | $119,300 | $2,518 |
| 2018 | $103,400 | $2,518 |
| 2017 | $103,400 | $2,352 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Garton Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•2820 E 24th St
2
Phillips Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•1701 Lay St
2
Stowe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 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 $61,492. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
29%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Horse Races
College Basketball
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Dillards
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
LongHorn Steakhouse
Logan's Roadhouse
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Hyundai
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Inspirational
Rock
Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2681 Morton Ave
The listing price of 2681 Morton Ave property is $140,000.
The property 2681 Morton Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50317.
Active Listing: 2681 Morton Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2681 Morton Ave are: Garton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Phillips Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Stowe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hoyt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,864 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 2681 Morton Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 2681 Morton Ave is 825 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2681 Morton Ave is 1957.
This home is located at 2681 Morton Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Fairmont Park neighborhood. This 825 square foot home, which was built in 1957, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $140,000.
While more than 49 listings in Des Moines, IA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 58 listings sold at asking price, and more than 141 were sold below. In April 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7.2% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 41 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.