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#722211, Gilbert Gonzales, Listing office: RE/MAX Precision
$235,000 List price
709 Oak Park Ave Des Moines, IA 50313
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,456 sqft
0.2 acres
$161 / sqft
House
Property details
About 709 Oak Park Ave
This large home has a full basement with lots of potential. You'll love the large garage off the alley, hardwood floors, newer paint and toilet on every level.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,456 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.161 Acres
Year built1914
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #722627
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $235,000
- Price/SqFt: $161
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,616
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Take Euclid Ave to 6th Ave, go south 2 blocks to Oak Park Ave, go west to the house. It sits on the north side of the street.
- Year Built: 1914
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,456 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.161 Acres
- MLS Number: 722627
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: McAfee Realty
- Office Phone: (515) 251-4570
- Listing Agent: Roberta McAfee
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 07, 2012 | Home Sold | $59,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $194,000 | $3,616 |
| 2021 | $157,200 | $3,616 |
| 2020 | $139,500 | $3,616 |
| 2019 | $139,500 | $3,418 |
| 2018 | $128,500 | $3,418 |
| 2017 | $128,500 | $3,146 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Oak Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•3928 6th Ave
4
Findley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•3025 Oxford St
4
Madison Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•806 Hoffman 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 $41,532. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
46%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
49%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Figure Skating
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Church's Chicken
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Cadillac
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Jazz
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 709 Oak Park Ave
The listing price of 709 Oak Park Ave property is $235,000.
The property 709 Oak Park Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50313.
Active Listing: 709 Oak Park Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 709 Oak Park Ave are: Oak Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Findley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Madison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,616 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 7, 2012 for $59,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 709 Oak Park Ave has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 709 Oak Park Ave is 1,456 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 709 Oak Park Ave is 1914.
This home is located at 709 Oak Park Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313 in the Oak Park neighborhood. This 1,456 square foot home, which was built in 1914, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $235,000.
While more than 67 listings in Des Moines, IA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 78 listings sold at asking price, and more than 153 were sold below. 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.