$165,000

2729 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

$1,959
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
905 sqft
0.2 acres
$182 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2729 Capitol Ave

Roof installed in 2022 - Nice and large shaded lot. Additional shower in the basement. Open oak staircase. Well-maintained and cared for property.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingElectric, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size905 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.202 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #711258
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $165,000
  • Price/SqFt: $182
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,760
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Head East on University Ave. Take a right on E 26th. Take Left on Capitol and the property is located on your right (southside) of the street.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 905 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.202 Acres
  • MLS Number: 711258
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (641) 229-1419
  • Listing Agent: Reyes, Monica

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2729 Capitol Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 16, 2023
Home Sold
$55,000
Aug 21, 2013
Home Sold
$50,000
Mar 01, 2010
Home Sold
$72,500
Nov 15, 2006
Home Sold
$75,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$98,400$1,760
2021$77,900$1,760
2020$67,900$1,760
2019$67,900$1,448
2018$54,400$1,448
2017$54,400$1,382

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Willard Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

2941 Dean Ave

2

Stowe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

1411 E 33rd St

2

Phillips Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

1701 Lay 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 $51,250. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family 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?

26%
<35k
61%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
21%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
9%
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?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • 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?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2729 Capitol Ave

The listing price of 2729 Capitol Ave property is $165,000.

The property 2729 Capitol Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50317.

Active Listing: 2729 Capitol Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 2729 Capitol Ave are: Willard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Stowe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Phillips 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 $1,760 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 16, 2023 for $55,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 2729 Capitol Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 2729 Capitol Ave is 905 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 2729 Capitol Ave is 1920.

This home is located at 2729 Capitol Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Fairground neighborhood. This 905 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.

Over 35 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 124 listings were sold below the listed price and 42 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 6.3% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 47 days, the median list price was $215,179.

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

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