$135,000

2907 Garfield Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

$1,603
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
640 sqft
0.2 acres
$211 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2907 Garfield Ave

Great investment opportunity! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom bungalow is tenant-occupied and ready to generate income from day one. Recent updates include a new tankless water heater (2023), two AC units (2023), a support beam added under the house (2023), and replaced water lines (2025). The home also features updated paint, flooring, and kitchen cabinets, giving it a fresh and modern feel. Enjoy the convenience of a 1-stall detached garage and a prime location within walking distance to the State Fairgrounds. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to add a solid rental property to your portfolio! *This property is in the Neighborhood Finance Corporation (NFC) area, offering up to $10,000 in grant money for eligible home buyers!* Property to be sold "as is"

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size640 sqft
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1916
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #715045
Garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 715045
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (641) 780-4477
  • Listing Agent: Allison Hendershot

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bungalow-style house with a front lawn, fence, and driveway

$135,000

2907 Garfield Ave

$1,603

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 15, 2023
Home Sold
$110,000
Jul 26, 2022
Home Sold
$50,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$74,200$1,350
2021$67,200$1,350
2020$60,900$1,350
2019$60,900$1,212
2018$54,300$1,212
2017$54,300$1,160

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Stowe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

1411 E 33rd St

2

Phillips Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

1701 Lay St

4

Willard Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

2941 Dean Ave

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 $47,857. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

21%
<35k
78%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2907 Garfield Ave

This home is located at 2907 Garfield Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Accent neighborhood. This 640 square foot home, which was built in 1916, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $135,000.

While more than 35 listings in Des Moines, IA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 42 listings sold at asking price, and more than 124 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 6.3% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 47 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,179.

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

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