OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2025 for $203K

$261,187

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,677/mo

•

1,372

sq ft

2517 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

Ideal starter home to update to your taste - priced accordingly! This charming two-story home is full of potential and nestled in a quiet pocket neighborhood with traffic-calming speed bumps for added peace of mind. Just minutes from the interstate and downtown, it offers an ideal blend of convenience and tranquility. Inside, you'll find an open flow filled with natural light, well-maintained original hardwood floors, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that adds timeless character. The three sizable bedrooms and two bathrooms provide ample space, while updates like newer windows, water heater, HVAC, furnace, and roof offer peace of mind. The basement has been thoughtfully braced and waterproofed, and the fully fenced backyard boasts mature trees, a large deck, and a serene setting perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Don't miss your opportunity to make this home your own and build even more value over time!

Single-familyProperty Type

1963Year Built

8,795 sq ftLot Size

$190Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Jenna Phothiboupha • Keller Williams Realty GDM

Listed by Jorge Ibarra • Keller Williams Realty GDM

Contact: (515) 494-9148

Bought with Jennifer Mott • RE/MAX Concepts

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•Source:DMMLS #717048

Redfin Estimate

$261,187

$58K since sold in September 2025$6,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 7.4% higher than the average sale price ($243K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 22, 2026
$235,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,217 sq ft
3914 Dosh Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$257,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,180 sq ft
3500 Bel Aire Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$258,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,116 sq ft
3207 Vilura Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$252,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,149 sq ft
4114 Lower Beaver Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 1, 2026
$212,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,118 sq ft
3913 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$245,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,284 sq ft
3917 Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50310

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Market trends in 50310, IA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.9%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$243K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

16d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

148

30 MoM

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NEW 1 HR AGO
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NEW 1 HR AGO
$310,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,769 sq ft
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NEW 1 HR AGO
$185,000
2 beds1 bath828 sq ft
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NEW 3 HRS AGO
$234,900
3 beds1 bath1,060 sq ft
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NEW 18 HRS AGO
$275,000
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2019 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
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Sale history for 2517 Madison Ave

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #717048

Sep 26, 2025

Sold

$203,500

$148/sq ft

Aug 6, 2025

Pending

—

Aug 4, 2025

Relisted

—

Jul 25, 2025

Pending

—

Jun 25, 2025

Price Changed

$220,000

$160/sq ft

May 21, 2025

Price Changed

$229,000

$167/sq ft

May 1, 2025

Listed

$240,000

$175/sq ft

DMMLS #351771

Nov 23, 2009

Sold

$60,000

$44/sq ft

Aug 10, 2009

Listed

$61,900

$45/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,414 (+6.7%)

$47,900 + $178,700

$226,600

2025

$4,138 (+2.1%)

$47,900 + $178,700

$226,600

2024

$4,054 (−1.1%)

$43,000 + $163,100

$206,100

2023

$4,100 (+0.7%)

$43,000 + $163,100

$206,100

2022

$4,070 (−1.1%)

$37,000 + $137,000

$174,000

2021

$4,114 (−3.8%)

$37,000 + $137,000

$174,000

2020

$4,276 (+9.9%)

$37,000 + $137,000

$174,000

2019

$3,892 (+2.5%)

$34,900 + $130,000

$164,900

2018

$3,796 (+6.0%)

$34,900 + $130,000

$164,900

2017

$3,580 (+5.4%)

$30,000 + $112,700

$142,700

2016

$3,398 (+6.9%)

$27,500 + $104,900

$132,400

2013

$3,180

$26,100 + $101,800

$127,900

Tax history for 2517 Madison Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,414 (+6.7%)

$47,900 + $178,700

$226,600

2025

$4,138 (+2.1%)

$47,900 + $178,700

$226,600

2024

$4,054 (−1.1%)

$43,000 + $163,100

$206,100

2023

$4,100 (+0.7%)

$43,000 + $163,100

$206,100

2022

$4,070 (−1.1%)

$37,000 + $137,000

$174,000

2021

$4,114 (−3.8%)

$37,000 + $137,000

$174,000

2020

$4,276 (+9.9%)

$37,000 + $137,000

$174,000

2019

$3,892 (+2.5%)

$34,900 + $130,000

$164,900

2018

$3,796 (+6.0%)

$34,900 + $130,000

$164,900

2017

$3,580 (+5.4%)

$30,000 + $112,700

$142,700

2016

$3,398 (+6.9%)

$27,500 + $104,900

$132,400

2013

$3,180

$26,100 + $101,800

$127,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

70 ft.

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,795 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,372

Year built

1963

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

08000637011000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Basement Information: Partially Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Wood Burning

Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fully Fenced
Fencing: Wood, Full

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.202
Lot Size Acres: 0.202
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3A

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 350
Foundation Details: Block

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,562

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,372
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,795 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 08000637011000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Samuelson Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi

3/10

Meredith Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

5/10

Hoover High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Des Moines, IA • 50310

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In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in June and 4.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$249,000 – $301,000

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Home values near 2517 Madison Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2608 Madison Avenue, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1904 Sq. Ft.	$271,930
2525 Madison Avenue, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1378 Sq. Ft.	$253,028

Address	Redfin Estimate
2512 Madison Avenue, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 993 Sq. Ft.	$238,079
2605 Madison Avenue, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1176 Sq. Ft.	$254,474

Address	Redfin Estimate
2528 Madison Avenue, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1372 Sq. Ft.	$260,213
2520 Madison Avenue, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1144 Sq. Ft.	$249,356

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