$2,090 Closing Credit¹
#709849, Ingrid Williams, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
$149,900 List price
2736 College Ave Des Moines, IA 50311
$1,780
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
879 sqft
0.2 acres
$171 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2736 College Ave
Desirable starter home with inviting front porch and private back yard, front door opens into large living room with gorgeous hardwood floors, big closet, nice beautiful dining room (which has a closet and french doors and could be third bedroom or office). Galley kitchen has newer cabinets and countertops, stainless appliances, and large sink with pull-out faucet. Bathroom on main floor has tub and shower. Upstairs has two bedrooms and also a common area perfect for reading or guest area. Home has new windows to improve energy efficiency and safety. Convenient location on a nice quiet street between 27th and 30th, just behind Drake stadium. Super close to parks, restaurants, Drake, interstate I235, shopping, downtown, and basically anywhere in town.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size879 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.164 Acres
Year built1901
MLS #720081
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Interior: Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Exterior: Deck, Fence, Fire Pit, Patio
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $149,900
- Price/SqFt: $170
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,848
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Forest Ave to 27th, north to College, west to home on south side of road
- Year Built: 1901
- Living Area: 879 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.164 Acres
- MLS Number: 720081
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
- Office Phone: (515) 321-6607
- Listing Agent: Marcia Munger
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 18, 2013 | Home Sold | $23,000 |
| Oct 24, 2006 | Home Sold | $50,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $98,300 | $1,848 |
| 2021 | $80,800 | $1,848 |
| 2020 | $71,300 | $1,848 |
| 2019 | $71,300 | $1,678 |
| 2018 | $63,100 | $1,678 |
| 2017 | $63,100 | $1,696 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•2250 30th St
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•4301 College 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 $48,125. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
35%
<35k
60%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
1%
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?
53%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
5%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
78%
18-34 yrs old
13%
35-64 yrs old
1%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Mexican League Soccer
College Basketball
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Books-a-Million
Dillards
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Church's Chicken
Logan's Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Toyota
Hyundai
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Adult Hits
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2736 College Ave
The listing price of 2736 College Ave property is $149,900.
The property 2736 College Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 2736 College Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2736 College Ave are: Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,848 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 18, 2013 for $23,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2736 College Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 2736 College Ave is 879 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2736 College Ave is 1901.
This home is located at 2736 College Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 879 square foot home, which was built in 1901, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $149,900.
Des Moines, IA housing market in May 2025 saw over 61 listings sold above listed price, more than 69 sold at listed price and over 143 sold below. In May 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 0.9% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025 median list price was $215,247 and the average listing age was 42 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.