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#722255, Nancy Learned, Listing office: Associated Realty
$294,900 List price
690 NW 66th Ave Des Moines, IA 50313
3 beds
1 full
1,248 sqft
0.9 acres
$236 / sqft
House
Property details
About 690 NW 66th Ave
Acreage living with city convenience for under $300k! This Saylorville Township home sits on 0.86 acres and offers the perfect balance of space, privacy, and location - just minutes from both Ankeny and downtown Des Moines. With nearly 2,500 total square feet, this well-maintained property features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, original hardwood floors, and an oversized garage that can accommodate up to 4 cars. Enjoy a beautifully manicured lawn with mature trees, crisp mow lines, and a great back deck - ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The basement is unfinished and ready for your personal touch, offering plenty of storage or future living space. Major updates include a new roof and gutters (2018), AC and furnace (2021), water heater (2022), fresh exterior paint (2023), interior paint (2025), and duct cleaning (2024). All appliances are included! Just down the street from Sonny's Bistro, this home is a rare find - peaceful setting, move-in ready, and close to everything. Don't miss this opportunity! All information obtained from seller and public records.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,248 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.862 Acres
Year built1965
ParkingDetached, Garage
MLS #722431
Garage4 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 4 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage
- Exterior: Deck
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $294,900
- Price/SqFt: $236
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,924
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From IA-415 S, turn right onto NW 66th Ave. Continue onto NW 65th Lane (Pass by Casey's). Turn right onto NW 6th Drive then take a left onto NW 66th Ave. The home will be on your left.
- Year Built: 1965
- Living Area: 1,248 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.862 Acres
- MLS Number: 722431
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
- Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
- Office Email: info@precisiondsm.com
- Listing Agent: Zack Barragan
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $244,100 | $2,924 |
| 2021 | $203,400 | $2,924 |
| 2020 | $183,600 | $2,924 |
| 2019 | $183,600 | $2,588 |
| 2018 | $160,700 | $2,588 |
| 2017 | $160,700 | $2,460 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Cornell Elementary
Public District PK-4
1.3 mi
•5817 NE 3rd St
9
Crocker Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•2910 SW Applewood St
9
Prairie Trail Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.3 mi
•1850 SW 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 $76,375. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
30%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Soccer
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Old Navy
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Arbys
Jimmy Johns
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Lexus
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
New Country
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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About 690 NW 66th Ave
The listing price of 690 NW 66th Ave property is $294,900.
The property 690 NW 66th Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50313.
Active Listing: 690 NW 66th Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 690 NW 66th Ave are: Cornell Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Crocker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Prairie Trail Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Woodside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Parkview Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ankeny High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Southview Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,924 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 690 NW 66th Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 690 NW 66th Ave is 1,248 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 690 NW 66th Ave is 1965.
This home is located at 690 NW 66th Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313. This 1,248 square foot home, which was built in 1965, sits on a 0.86 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $294,900.
Over 67 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 153 listings were sold below the listed price and 78 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $216,801.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.