$158,000

45 NW Aurora Ave Des Moines, IA 50313

$1,876
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,067 sqft
0.3 acres
$148 / sqft
House

Property details

About 45 NW Aurora Ave

Step into this classic 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home built in 1943, offering timeless charm with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The spacious 1/3 acre lot provides plenty of room for gardening, outdoor activities, or pets to roam. Enjoy the convenience of a 2-car detached garage and a full basement with ample storage and space for a rec room, home gym, or hobby area. Recent upgrades include a brand new furnace, water heater, and updated electric and plumbing giving you comfort and peace of mind for years to come. Located with easy access to the interstate and just minutes from downtown Des Moines, this home offers the perfect blend of quiet living and city convenience.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,067 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.316 Acres
Year built1943
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #715973
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 715973
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 577-3728
  • Listing Agent: Seth Walker

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$158,000

45 NW Aurora Ave

$1,876

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 21, 2023
Home Sold
$100,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$569,000$-
2021$476,000$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Oak Park Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

3928 6th Ave

4

Madison Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

806 Hoffman Ave

4

Findley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

3025 Oxford 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 $53,521. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
11%
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?

45%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
17%
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
21%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 45 NW Aurora Ave

This home is located at 45 NW Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313. This 1,067 square foot home, which was built in 1943, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $158,000.

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. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 6.3% between February and March 2025. 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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