#718466, York Taenzer, Listing office: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
$79,000 List price
3940 University Ave Unit 1 Des Moines, IA 50311
2 beds
1 full
882 sqft
$90 / sqft
Condo
Property details
About 3940 University Ave Unit 1
Stop renting, the payment on this move in ready condo makes sense! Seller offering $1k closing costs credit, motivated and flexible with terms. This corner unit condo offers two generous bedrooms, a full bathroom, great kitchen, and large living area. Located just blocks from the Drake University campus, this home is walkable to so many amenities from eating to shopping and all the outdoor activities you could want in the Des Moines metro. The HOA and owners within the building are great, monthly dues includes water, heat, trash and insurance along with snow/lawn/exterior maintenance. Recent improvements include: Flooring, paint, kitchen appliances, and multiple fixtures. The home is very easy to show and immediate occupancy is available. Please call an agent today for a private tour or more information about this simple condo that offers incredible quality of life! Seller willing to cover closing costs/etc.
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingHot Water, Radiant, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size882 sqft
Year built1926
MLS #706880
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Cable TV
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $79,000
- Price/SqFt: $89
- HOA Amount: $275 Monthly
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: South side of University at 39th just East of 42nd St.
- Year Built: 1926
- Living Area: 882 SqFt
- MLS Number: 706880
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Space Simply
- Office Phone: (515) 423-0899
- Listing Agent: Cy Phillips
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Nearby schools
3
Hubbell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•800 42nd St
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•4301 College Ave
1
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2250 30th 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 $42,841. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
54%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Continuing Education Courses
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Express/Express For Men
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Volkswagen
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 3940 University Ave Unit 1
The listing price of 3940 University Ave Unit 1 property is $79,000.
The property 3940 University Ave Unit 1 is a condo located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 3940 University Ave Unit 1 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3940 University Ave Unit 1 are: Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The property at 3940 University Ave Unit 1 has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 3940 University Ave Unit 1 is 882 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3940 University Ave Unit 1 is 1926.
This home is located at 3940 University Ave Unit 1 in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 882 square foot home was built in 1926. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 31, 2024 and is currently priced at $79,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 67 sold above asking price, over 153 sold below and more than 78 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 38 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $216,801 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.