2 days on Rocket
$2,553 Closing Credit¹
#718623, Ashlee Knickerbocker, Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty GDM
$230,000 List price
504 E Jackson Ave Des Moines, IA 50315
$2,731
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,710 sqft
0.2 acres
$135 / sqft
House
Property details
About 504 E Jackson Ave
Charming Historic Home in Des Moines! Welcome home to 504 E Jackson Ave, a beautifully maintained single-family residence built in 1902. Your new, two-story home features THREE BEDROOMS and TWO FULL bathrooms spread across 1,710 sqft of living space. The home boasts a FORMAL DINING ROOM (or SECOND LIVING ROOM) and an eat-in kitchen, perfect for family gatherings and entertaining guests. The LVP flooring throughout your home adds a touch of elegance, while the unfinished basement provides potential for future expansion and has ample STORAGE SPACE. Your two-car detached garage provides abundant parking and even more STORAGE SPACE. The 7,187 sqft lot offers a spacious deck, patio, and PARTIALLY FENCED YARD, ideal for outdoor activities and relaxation. The back alley parking access will keep your cars off the street. Located in Des Moines' Little Italy neighborhood, your home is across the street from McKinley Elementary School, and is a short, seven minute commute to downtown Des Moines and a quick, four minute drive to the East Village entertainment and shopping district. Enjoy the convenience of nearby amenities such as the Striking Sparrow Lounge, La Baja Mexican Cuisine and Scornovacca's South Italian Restaurant. Adore the character and charm of a historic neighborhood! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to own a piece of Des Moines history! Schedule your tour today and see the potential this home has to offer.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,710 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.165 Acres
Year built1902
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #711588
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fence, Patio
- Architectural Style: Two Story, Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $230,000
- Price/SqFt: $134
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,146
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From the intersection of E MLK Jr. Pkwy & SE 6th St in Des Moines, go south on SE 6th St. Cross over the Des Moines River and turn west (right) onto E Jackson Ave. House will be on the north side of the street. Parking is off the alley in the back. Turn north (right) onto SE 5th St and go one block to the alley. Turn east (right) in to the alley.
- Year Built: 1902
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,710 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.165 Acres
- MLS Number: 711588
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Legacy Group
- Office Phone: (319) 423-4139
- Listing Agent: Jesse Kern
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2019 | Home Sold | $55,500 |
| May 23, 2006 | Home Sold | $95,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $127,400 | $2,146 |
| 2021 | $104,600 | $2,146 |
| 2020 | $91,000 | $2,146 |
| 2019 | $82,800 | $2,890 |
| 2018 | $108,600 | $2,890 |
| 2017 | $108,600 | $2,778 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
McKinley Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.1 mi
•1610 SE 6th St
3
Howe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2900 Indianola Ave
3
Walnut Street Elementary School
Public District EE-5
1.4 mi
•901 Walnut 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 $34,899. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
50%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
18%
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
9%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
White Castle
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Chevrolet
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Jazz
Rock
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 504 E Jackson Ave
The listing price of 504 E Jackson Ave property is $230,000.
The property 504 E Jackson Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.
Active Listing: 504 E Jackson Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 504 E Jackson Ave are: McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Howe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,146 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 23, 2019 for $55,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 504 E Jackson Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 504 E Jackson Ave is 1,710 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 504 E Jackson Ave is 1902.
This home is located at 504 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the McKinley School / Columbus Park neighborhood. This 1,710 square foot home, which was built in 1902, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $230,000.
While more than 49 listings in Des Moines, IA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 58 listings sold at asking price, and more than 141 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 7.2% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 41 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $215,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.