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$275,000

Est. $1,967/mo —

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1,020

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2520 Prospect Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

A little Scandinavian flair, a little Danish charm, and a whole lot of PERSONALITY at 2520 Prospect Rd! Completely redone while keeping its one-of-a-kind personality, this 3-bedroom, 3 bath beauty is full of unexpected details and delightful surprises around every corner. From the timeless brick exterior to its thoughtfully updated interior, this home has a personality all its own! The main level features a cozy fireplace, spacious dining alcove, and timeless redone bath. Head upstairs and discover a light-filled oasis, where skylights bring in beautiful natural light and a 3/4 bath adds convenience to this stunning retreat. It is the kind of space that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile! Need a little extra space? The lower level offers a great flex space and redone bath! And just when you think you seen it all, wait until you step into the HUGE backyard. Quirky in all the right ways, charming beyond words, and anything but cookie cutter, - 2520 Prospect Rd is ready to steal your heart! Seller says approx. m/l 1670 finish grade and above.

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

8,915 sq ftLot Size

$270Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kate Anderson • RE/MAX Concepts

Contact: (515) 537-5263

Listing updated: Oct 12, 2026 at 04:57pm

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:DMMLS #751143

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$1,967 per month

Principal and interest$1,538

Property taxes

$293

HOA dues

Home insurance

$135

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K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Monroe Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

2/10

Meredith Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

5/10

Hoover High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

3/10

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About Prospect

Park

Prospect Park, located between Grand Avenue and Ingersoll Avenue, is a historic and residential Des Moines neighborhood with a bluff-top park and tree-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Prospect Park overlook, where skyline views and looping paths set a calm, social rhythm. Early-20th-century houses and tidy apartment buildings define the streetscape, with porches, brick details, and mature canopy trees. Greenwood Park’s trails and open lawns shape daily routines around walking and casual recreation. Ingersoll’s independent dining and coffee scene sits at the edge, with spots like Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure and The Cheese Shop of Des Moines acting as local anchors. The Des Moines Art Center and its sculpture park add a cultural counterpoint nearby.

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Market insights

2520 Prospect Rd · $275,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 35 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $314,350. (14% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

30% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Eat-in kitchen
One wood-burning fireplace
Partially finished basement

Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms

Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
2 three-quarter bathrooms

Kitchen
Dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, stove

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer

Flooring
Tile flooring

Heating & cooling
Forced-air, gas, natural gas, and see-remarks heating
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 2520 Prospect Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #751143

Oct 12, 2026

Listed

$275,000

$270/sq ft

DMMLS #508503

May 25, 2016

Sold

$103,000

$101/sq ft

Nov 30, 2015

Listed

$114,900

$113/sq ft

+14

Double lot, Conventional Beaverdale Brick with two bedrooms on the main floor, one full bath, dining room, living room and kitchen. There is a huge unfinished attic that would make a spectacular main bedroom where a bathroom could be installed. This is a very unique home from the archways to the original doors, trim and hardwood floors. The basement has a laundry room, bathroom and two partially finished rooms. This home qualifies for NFC financing with a $10,000 forgiveable loan, which could be used to finish the attic or build a detached garage or whatever you would deem necessary. Call for details.

DMMLS #368401

Jul 30, 2010

Sold

$60,000

$59/sq ft

Jun 3, 2010

Listed

$65,000

$64/sq ft

Public Records

May 12, 2010

Sold

$83,300

$82/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$2,890 (+0.8%)

$35,200 + $122,700

$157,900

2022

$2,866 (+7.4%)

$29,300 + $102,200

$131,500

2021

$2,668 (−3.5%)

$29,300 + $102,200

$131,500

2020

$2,766 (+8.8%)

$29,300 + $102,200

$131,500

2019

$2,542 (+1.3%)

$25,600 + $89,900

$115,500

2018

$2,510

$25,600 + $89,900

$115,500

2017

$2,512 (+2.0%)

$22,300 + $80,800

$103,100

2016

$2,462 (+7.9%)

$21,000 + $80,400

$101,400

2013

$2,282

$20,400 + $81,000

$101,400

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Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

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Lot depth

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Lot size

8,915 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,020

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,020

Year built

1937

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

08042428331034

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

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Features

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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.

N3B

Neighborhood District

N3b is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s through 1970s typically in the ranch, split-level, or cottage style pursuant to House B building type in section 135-2.14 of this code and House C in section 135- 2.15 of this code.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

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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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Sun exposure

89/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Redfin Estimate for 2520 Prospect Rd

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smaller lot
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