$250,000

5505 SE 6th St Des Moines, IA 50315

$2,969
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,004 sqft
0.2 acres
$249 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5505 SE 6th St

Fully updated home!!! This ranch style house has tons of updates. Newer roof, new siding, new AC, new furnace, new water heater, new flooring throughout!! Fresh paint, new cabinets, new countertops, new bathroom, fully finished lower level with 4th bedroom and new 3/4 bath!!! Just move in and relax. Almost 2000 sq ft of finished space including 3 bedrooms a full bath, an eat in kitchen and spacious family room on the main level! Lower level includes huge family room, non conforming 4th bedroom and 3/4 bath with full laundry. 2 car detached garage, 2 decks!! Set up your showing now!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,004 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.197 Acres
Year built1970
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #717777
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Exterior: Deck
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $250,000
  • Price/SqFt: $249
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,240
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: From E 14th St, go west on Kenyon Ave to SE 6th St. Turn left. Go 1 block, home will be on the left
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Living Area: 1,004 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.197 Acres
  • MLS Number: 717777
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 276-2872
  • Listing Agent: Robert Cupples

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$178,600$3,240
2021$143,000$3,240
2020$133,800$3,240
2019$133,800$2,902
2018$117,800$2,902
2017$117,800$2,756

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Lovejoy Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

801 E Kenyon Ave

1

South Union Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

4201 S Union St

3

Jackson Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

3825 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 $34,615. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

51%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • UFCUFC

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Burger KingBurger King

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • DodgeDodge
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • JazzJazz
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5505 SE 6th St

The listing price of 5505 SE 6th St property is $250,000.

The property 5505 SE 6th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.

Active Listing: 5505 SE 6th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5505 SE 6th St are: Lovejoy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Union Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Jackson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), McCombs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,240 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 5505 SE 6th St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 5505 SE 6th St is 1,004 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5505 SE 6th St is 1970.

This home is located at 5505 SE 6th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the South Park neighborhood. This 1,004 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $250,000.

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 listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 7.2% between March and April 2025. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 41 days, the median list price was $215,000.

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

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