$3,295 Closing Credit¹
#718151, Parker Day, Listing office: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
$274,900 List price
3118 Jefferson Ave Des Moines, IA 50310
$3,264
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full
1,520 sqft
0.2 acres
$181 / sqft
House
Property details
About 3118 Jefferson Ave
Welcome to this charming 3-bed, 3-bath home at the edge of Beaverdale—offering over 2,000 sq ft of finished living space, privacy, and personality in all the right places. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, classic trim, and a cozy fireplace that anchors the living room with warmth and charm. The kitchen is spacious and functional with room to personalize, flowing easily into the dining and living areas. Two large bedrooms and a full bath sit on the main floor. Upstairs is your private retreat—a huge primary suite with its own fireplace, bonus sitting area, and walkout balcony overlooking a peaceful, tree-lined backyard. The finished basement offers flexible space for a gym, home office, or rec room—plus a third full bathroom and additional storage. Enjoy coffee on the balcony, summer nights on the deck, or quick access to Beaverdale shops and Drake’s campus energy. With 3 full baths, a detached garage, and a layout perfect for flexible living—this home blends character, space, and comfort in one beautiful package.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,520 sqft
Lot size0.189 Acres
Year built1956
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #719326
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $274,900
- Price/SqFt: $180
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,278
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Heading east on Hickman from Beaver Ave, Turn right onto 34th St. Turn left onto Jefferson Ave. Home will be on your right.
- Year Built: 1956
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,520 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.189 Acres
- MLS Number: 719326
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (515) 657-0766
- Listing Agent: Rocio Hermosillo
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $229,300 | $4,278 |
| 2021 | $193,000 | $4,278 |
| 2020 | $177,200 | $4,278 |
| 2019 | $177,200 | $3,894 |
| 2018 | $158,400 | $3,894 |
| 2017 | $158,400 | $3,920 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•2250 30th St
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•4301 College Ave
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•1849 Forest 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 $53,436. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes 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?
31%
<35k
63%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
55%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
34%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
5%
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
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Frequently asked questions
About 3118 Jefferson Ave
The listing price of 3118 Jefferson Ave property is $274,900.
The property 3118 Jefferson Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.
Active Listing: 3118 Jefferson Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3118 Jefferson Ave are: Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), 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 $4,278 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 3118 Jefferson Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 3118 Jefferson Ave is 1,520 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3118 Jefferson Ave is 1956.
This home is located at 3118 Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Drake neighborhood. This 1,520 square foot home, which was built in 1956, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $274,900.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 61 sold above asking price, over 143 sold below and more than 69 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.9% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 42 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $215,247 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.