$207,500

819 Olinda Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

$2,464
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,612 sqft
0.1 acres
$129 / sqft
House

Property details

About 819 Olinda Ave

Charming 3-bedroom home near downtown Des Moines! This beautiful 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style and convenience. Step inside to find a bright, open living space with recent updates throughout. On the main level you will find a bedroom and half bathroom. Upstairs is the other 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. The kitchen features ample counter space, making it ideal for cooking and entertaining. Outside, the nice-sized yard provides plenty of room for outdoor activities, gardening or relaxing in your own green space. Yard is partially fenced in. The garage adds everyday convenience and additional storage. Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, you'll enjoy easy access to dining, shopping, entertainment and major highways. This home is a move-in ready gem, that you must see for yourself!!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,612 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.127 Acres
Year built1901
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #718623
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Exterior: Fence, Patio
  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $207,500
  • Price/SqFt: $128
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,448
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: From I-235 East, get off on exit 7B, take a right onto Keosauqua Way. Stay on Keo Way for approximately one half mile. Take a right onto 9th Street. In 1.7 miles turn left onto Olinda Ave. The home will be on your left.
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Living Area: 1,612 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.127 Acres
  • MLS Number: 718623
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
  • Office Phone: (515) 249-5560
  • Listing Agent: Ashlee Knickerbocker

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 02, 2020
Home Sold
$155,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$167,500$2,448
2021$137,000$2,448
2020$103,200$2,448
2019$103,200$2,272
2018$94,100$2,272
2017$94,100$2,098

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Park Avenue Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

3141 SW 9th St

1

McKinley Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.9 mi

1610 SE 6th St

3

Howe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

2900 Indianola 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 $44,750. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

40%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • BuickBuick
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 819 Olinda Ave

The listing price of 819 Olinda Ave property is $207,500.

The property 819 Olinda Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.

Active Listing: 819 Olinda Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 819 Olinda Ave are: Park Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Howe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,448 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 2, 2020 for $155,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 819 Olinda Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 819 Olinda Ave is 1,612 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 819 Olinda Ave is 1901.

This home is located at 819 Olinda Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315 in the Indianola Hills neighborhood. This 1,612 square foot home, which was built in 1901, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $207,500.

While more than 61 listings in Des Moines, IA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 69 listings sold at asking price, and more than 143 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.9%. In May 2025 median list price was $215,247 and the average listing age was 42 days.

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

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