$165,000

6216 Welker Ave Des Moines, IA 50312

$1,959
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
720 sqft
0.2 acres
$229 / sqft
House

Property details

About 6216 Welker Ave

Welcome home to this charming and well-maintained bungalow, where cozy comfort meets beautiful landscaping! Step inside to a bright and inviting living space, leading to two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath. Thoughtful updates enhance the home’s character while maintaining its warm and welcoming feel. The backyard is a true gem, bathed in sunlight and perfect for a garden or simply enjoying the outdoors. Mature trees and lush greenery create a peaceful retreat, adding to the home’s charm. With its tasteful updates, inviting spaces, and lovely outdoor setting, this home is a wonderful find inside and out! Plus, its prime location offers easy access to scenic bike trails and the vibrant shops and restaurants of Valley Junction, making it the perfect place to call home.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size720 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.152 Acres
Year built1912
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #714445
Garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 714445
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Midwestern Realty
  • Office Phone: (515) 505-3596
  • Listing Agent: Maggie Brett

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 01, 2021
Home Sold
$135,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$132,200$2,292
2021$106,700$2,292
2020$97,200$2,292
2019$97,200$2,138
2018$89,100$2,138
2017$89,100$1,928

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Hillside Elementary

Public District KG-6

0.6 mi

713 8th St

3

Hanawalt Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

225 56th St

5

Windsor Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

5912 University 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 $52,488. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

35%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

48%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

21%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
33%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • DillardsDillards
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • HyundaiHyundai
  • PontiacPontiac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • RockRock
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 6216 Welker Ave

This home is located at 6216 Welker Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312. This 720 square foot home, which was built in 1912, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.

Over 35 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 124 listings were sold below the listed price and 42 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale 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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