$150,000

3100 Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA 50310

$1,781
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
680 sqft
0.1 acres
$221 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3100 Seneca Ave

Calling All Investors & DIY Enthusiasts! Opportunity knocks in this solid Lower Beaver ranch offered AS-IS with great bones and key updates already done—including a newer roof, vinyl windows, furnace, and A/C—this home is ready for your finishing touches. Hardwood floors throughout, and the basement features a retro-style rec room perfect for entertaining or extra living space. Eat In kitchen with bay window, All appliances stay, and the oversized 1-car garage (with electric opener) provides extra storage or workshop potential. Outside, enjoy a manageable yard with mature landscaping, perennials and partial fencing. Yes, it needs a bathroom remodel and a fresh coat of paint—but bring your vision and unlock the potential! Located just minutes from interstate access, downtown Des Moines, popular dining spots, bike trails, river access, and shopping hubs like Ankeny, Altoona, and WDM. This is your chance to turn a great house into a great home—don't miss it!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Size680 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.143 Acres
Year built1954
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #715844
Garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 715844
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 360-4583
  • Listing Agent: Kim Polder White

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ranch-style home with roof with shingles and a front yard

$150,000

3100 Seneca Ave

$1,781

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$132,600$2,270
2021$111,300$2,270
2020$99,700$2,270
2019$99,700$2,116
2018$91,600$2,116
2017$91,600$1,916

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Samuelson Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

3929 Bel Aire Rd

1

Monroe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

2250 30th St

1

Moore Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

3716 50th 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 $75,735. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

11%
<35k
63%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • WingstopWingstop

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • BuickBuick
  • NissanNissan

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 3100 Seneca Ave

This home is located at 3100 Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Lower Beaver neighborhood. This 680 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $150,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 35 sold above asking price, over 124 sold below and more than 42 were sold right at the asked price. Between February and March 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 6.3%. Listings spent 47 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $215,179 during the same period.

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

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