#721011, Scott Venteicher, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
$520,000 List price
6542 Washington Ave Windsor Heights, IA 50324
5 beds
1 full, 2 partial
2,643 sqft
0.4 acres
$197 / sqft
House
Property details
About 6542 Washington Ave
Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-story brick home on a double lot backing to a greenbelt and Cowles/Montessori. Custom-built with super-insulated wall construction for year-round energy efficiency. The main floor features an open layout with a spacious, updated kitchen, dining and living areas, family room with an efficient wood-burning fireplace, and a main floor primary suite with deck access. Upstairs offers 4 bedrooms (one with deck access), a full bath, and two large attic storage areas. The lower level includes a large workshop, exercise room, office, bar area, laundry, and bathroom. Recent updates include new flooring, new roof, new decks, fresh paint, and high-speed fiber optics. Enjoy the outdoors in the large vegetable garden or relax on one of the decks. The property also features an electrified outbuilding, a turnaround driveway, and 3 extra parking spaces. Located in desirable Windsor Heights, this home blends comfort, function, and convenience in a one-of-a-kind setting.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,643 sqft
Lot size0.4018 Acres
Year built1982
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #722187
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Two Story, Tudor
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $520,000
- Price/SqFt: $196
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,714
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: 63rd St to Washington Ave. Go west to home
- Year Built: 1982
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,643 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.4018 Acres
- MLS Number: 722187
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Legacy Group
- Office Phone: (319) 423-4139
- Listing Agent: Bradley Johnson
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $434,400 | $7,714 |
| 2021 | $349,600 | $7,714 |
| 2020 | $317,800 | $7,714 |
| 2019 | $317,800 | $7,490 |
| 2018 | $291,600 | $7,490 |
| 2017 | $291,600 | $6,924 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Clive Learning Academy
Public District PK-6
0.5 mi
•1600 73rd St
5
Windsor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•5912 University Ave
2
Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•2401 56th 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 $64,603. The majority of Windsor Heights, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
25%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
40%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Minor League Baseball Games
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom Rack
New York & Company
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Chick-fil-A
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Kia
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Talk/Personality- Active Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 6542 Washington Ave
The listing price of 6542 Washington Ave property is $520,000.
The property 6542 Washington Ave is a house located in Windsor Heights, Iowa, 50324.
Active Listing: 6542 Washington Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 6542 Washington Ave are: Clive Learning Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Windsor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Indian Hills Junior High (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Urbandale High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $7,714 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 6542 Washington Ave has 5 bedrooms and 1 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 6542 Washington Ave is 2,643 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 6542 Washington Ave is 1982.
This home is located at 6542 Washington Ave in Windsor Heights, IA and zip code 50324. This 2,643 square foot home, which was built in 1982, sits on a 0.40 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $520,000.
While more than 4 listings in Windsor Heights, IA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1 were sold below. In June 2025 in Windsor Heights, IA there were 18.5% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $270,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 4 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.