#718498, Tori Shanks, Listing office: RE/MAX Precision
$230,000 List price
3517 Columbia St Des Moines, IA 50313
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,541 sqft
0.2 acres
$149 / sqft
House
Property details
About 3517 Columbia St
Located on the Northeast side of Des Moines near tons of amenities just minutes away from downtown you'll find this adorable three bedroom two bathroom one non-conforming room fall in love with how spacious this living and dining areas are not to mention the gorgeous brick fireplace this will also be a great investment property there are tenants that occupy it with paying $1,850 hey Month lease is up in November.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,541 sqft
Lot size0.153 Acres
Year built1918
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #723499
Garage1 space
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Interior: Dining Area
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $230,000
- Price/SqFt: $149
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,824
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From Mercy Medical Center on 6th Avenue turn left onto 3rd Street turn right onto University Avenue turn left onto 2nd Avenue turn right unto Euclid Ave turn right unto Columbia Street the destination is on your left.
- Year Built: 1918
- Living Area: 1,541 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.153 Acres
- MLS Number: 723499
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
- Office Phone: (515) 783-1151
- Listing Agent: Johnson, Darian
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 24, 2022 | Home Sold | $175,000 |
| Oct 15, 2021 | Home Sold | $107,500 |
| May 28, 2021 | Home Sold | $97,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $169,900 | $2,824 |
| 2021 | $122,600 | $2,824 |
| 2020 | $108,900 | $2,824 |
| 2019 | $108,900 | $2,652 |
| 2018 | $99,700 | $2,652 |
| 2017 | $99,700 | $2,446 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Findley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•3025 Oxford St
4
Madison Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•806 Hoffman Ave
3
Cattell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•3101 E 12th St
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 $52,362. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. 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?
27%
<35k
67%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
20%
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?
19%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Golden Corral
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Adult Standards- Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 3517 Columbia St
The listing price of 3517 Columbia St property is $230,000.
The property 3517 Columbia St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50313.
Active Listing: 3517 Columbia St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3517 Columbia St are: Findley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Madison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cattell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,824 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 24, 2022 for $175,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3517 Columbia St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 3517 Columbia St is 1,541 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3517 Columbia St is 1918.
This home is located at 3517 Columbia St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313 in the Highland Park neighborhood. This 1,541 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $230,000.
In July 2025 more than 47 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 67 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 128 were sold below. Between June and July 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 1.7%. In July 2025 median list price was $217,571 and the average listing age was 34 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.