#711096, Julie Campbell, Listing office: Iowa Realty Ankeny
$199,900 List price
5613 College Ave Des Moines, IA 50310
2 beds
1 full
675 sqft
0.2 acres
$296 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5613 College Ave
Charming 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home with Bonus Space & Prime Location. This well-maintained home features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main level. The home also offers a nonconforming lower-level bedroom and a dedicated workout room—perfect for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Enjoy peace of mind with a newer roof and convenience with an extra-wide driveway leading to an oversized 2-car garage. The mostly fenced yard is shaded by mature trees, offering a private and tranquil outdoor setting. Ideally located with easy access to downtown, Jordan Creek, and I-235, this home combines comfort, functionality, and unbeatable location.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size675 sqft
Lot size0.179 Acres
Year built1949
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #722262
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Fence
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $199,900
- Price/SqFt: $296
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,090
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: 55th North on University to College, west to home on he north side of the road. Or Merle Hay Road, North of University to College, east to home on the North side of the road.
- Year Built: 1949
- Living Area: 675 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.179 Acres
- MLS Number: 722262
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
- Office Phone: (515) 321-6607
- Listing Agent: Marcia Munger
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 01, 2011 | Home Sold | $101,000 |
| Nov 30, 2004 | Home Sold | $101,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $164,200 | $3,090 |
| 2021 | $143,000 | $3,090 |
| 2020 | $128,000 | $3,090 |
| 2019 | $128,000 | $2,820 |
| 2018 | $114,700 | $2,820 |
| 2017 | $114,700 | $2,512 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•2401 56th St
5
Windsor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•5912 University Ave
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•4301 College Ave
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 $65,083. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
57%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Mexican League Soccer
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Books-a-Million
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
Church's Chicken
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Toyota
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Adult Hits
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 5613 College Ave
The listing price of 5613 College Ave property is $199,900.
The property 5613 College Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.
Active Listing: 5613 College Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5613 College Ave are: Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Windsor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,090 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 1, 2011 for $101,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 5613 College Ave has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 5613 College Ave is 675 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5613 College Ave is 1949.
This home is located at 5613 College Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 675 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $199,900.
Des Moines, IA housing market in June 2025 saw over 67 listings sold above listed price, more than 78 sold at listed price and over 153 sold below. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $216,801, while the average time on the real estate market was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.