$325,000

6915 Colby Ave Windsor Heights, IA 50324

$3,859
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,479 sqft
0.3 acres
$220 / sqft
House

Property details

About 6915 Colby Ave

Charming Ranch with Walkout Basement and Extensive Updates! Welcome to 6915 Colby Ave—a lovingly maintained home with flexible space and thoughtful upgrades. Major improvements include brand-new upstairs windows (2024, transferable warranty), refinished hardwood floors (2023), new kitchen flooring (2023), new deck (2024), updated electrical panel (2022), new roof (2018), and whole-house generator (2022). Also: new garage doors/openers (2019), gutters (2019), and exterior trim/storm door (2024). Main level offers 3 bedrooms, an eat-in kitchen, dining with built-ins, full bath, and bright living room. Walkout lower level features 2 non-conforming bedrooms (w/day windows), cozy family room, 2nd full bath, laundry, and workshop—ideal for guest suite, office, or hobbies. Enjoy a fenced yard with crabapple trees, peonies, and lilies. All appliances stay! West Des Moines Schools. Easy showings via Supra. A must-see!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingElectric, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,479 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.274 Acres
Year built1951
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #717027
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Exterior: Deck, Enclosed Porch, Fully Fenced, Fire Pit, Patio, Storage
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $325,000
  • Price/SqFt: $219
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,620
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: From 63rd Street/IA-28, turn west onto Colby Ave. Continue for about 0.3 miles. Home is on the south side of the street between 70th and 69th Streets.
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Living Area: 1,479 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.274 Acres
  • MLS Number: 717027
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Platinum Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (515) 745-7219
  • Listing Agent: Jeremy Shuey

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$294,700$4,620
2021$240,900$4,620
2020$219,200$4,620
2019$219,200$4,622
2018$205,300$4,622
2017$205,300$4,254

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Clive Learning Academy

Public District PK-6

0.4 mi

1600 73rd St

5

Windsor Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

5912 University Ave

4

Crestview School of Inquiry

Public District PK-6

1.2 mi

8355 Franklin 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 $70,161. Residents of Windsor Heights, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. 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?

19%
<35k
59%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

44%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • LincolnLincoln
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • ClassicalClassical
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 6915 Colby Ave

The listing price of 6915 Colby Ave property is $325,000.

The property 6915 Colby Ave is a house located in Windsor Heights, Iowa, 50324.

Active Listing: 6915 Colby Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 6915 Colby Ave are: Clive Learning Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Windsor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Crestview School of Inquiry (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Indian Hills Junior High (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), 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 $4,620 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 6915 Colby Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 6915 Colby Ave is 1,479 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 6915 Colby Ave is 1951.

This home is located at 6915 Colby Ave in Windsor Heights, IA and zip code 50324. This 1,479 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.27 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $325,000.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Windsor Heights, IA there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 4 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Windsor Heights, IA increased by 16.7% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 37 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $275,000.

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

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