$260,000

501 Kirkwood Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

$3,088
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,096 sqft
0.1 acres
$237 / sqft
House

Property details

About 501 Kirkwood Ave

Welcome to this modern ranch home built in 2021, featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms all on one convenient level. The open-concept layout is filled with natural light and contemporary finishes throughout. Enjoy your morning coffee on the charming front porch or host gatherings on the back deck. The unfinished basement offers endless possibilities and is ready for you to finish to suit your needs—whether it's a home gym, rec room, or additional living space. This nearly new home blends style, comfort, and future potential—schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,096 sqft
Lot size0.117 Acres
Year built2021
MLS #718719

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior: Dining Area
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $260,000
  • Price/SqFt: $237
  • Annual Tax Amount: $304
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: SW 9TH STREET AND KIRKWOOD AVENUE GO EAST TO HOME.
  • Year Built: 2021
  • Living Area: 1,096 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.117 Acres
  • MLS Number: 718719
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
  • Office Phone: (515) 897-9027
  • Listing Agent: Karla Alaniz

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501 Kirkwood Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 - view of exterior entry featuring covered porch

$260,000

501 Kirkwood Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 26, 2022
Home Sold
$225,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$232,300$304
2021$13,200$304
2020$11,700$304
2019$11,700$272
2018$10,200$272
2017$10,200$248

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Park Avenue Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

3141 SW 9th St

1

McKinley Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.9 mi

1610 SE 6th St

3

Howe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

2900 Indianola Ave

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 $44,750. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

40%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • BuickBuick
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 501 Kirkwood Ave

The listing price of 501 Kirkwood Ave property is $260,000.

The property 501 Kirkwood Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.

Active Listing: 501 Kirkwood Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 501 Kirkwood Ave are: Park Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Howe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $304 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on May 26, 2022 for $225,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 501 Kirkwood Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 501 Kirkwood Ave is 1,096 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 501 Kirkwood Ave is 2021.

This home is located at 501 Kirkwood Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Indianola Hills neighborhood. This 1,096 square foot home, which was built in 2021, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $260,000.

In May 2025 more than 61 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 69 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 143 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.9% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $215,247, while the average time on the real estate market was 42 days.

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

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