Calling all investors, flippers, and buyers looking for their next opportunity! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is full of potential and ready for its next chapter. Situated on a spacious, fully fenced lot, you'll love the large backyard with plenty of room for entertaining, pets, gardening, or future improvements. The detached 2-car garage offers ample space for vehicles, storage, or a workshop. Whether you're looking to renovate, add to your rental portfolio, or create your own vision, this property offers a fantastic opportunity in Des Moines. Being sold AS IS, allowing you to bring your ideas and make it your own. Don't miss your chance to unlock the possibilities this property has to offer!
Est. $1,410 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2900 Adams Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #744551
Aug 11, 2026
Sold
$50,000
$34/sq ft
Jul 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 6, 2026
Listed
$50,000
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,810 (+6.4%)
$45,900 + $109,200
$155,100
2025
$2,640 (+2.2%)
$45,900 + $109,200
$155,100
2024
$2,582 (+5.0%)
$41,200 + $100,500
$141,700
2023
$2,458 (+0.8%)
$41,200 + $100,500
$141,700
2022
$2,438 (+6.1%)
$34,400 + $78,800
$113,200
2021
$2,298 (−3.5%)
$34,400 + $78,800
$113,200
2020
$2,382 (+12.8%)
$34,400 + $78,800
$113,200
2019
$2,112 (+1.2%)
$30,400 + $70,300
$100,700
2018
$2,086 (+2.5%)
$30,400 + $70,300
$100,700
2017
$2,036 (−1.2%)
$25,700 + $61,400
$87,100
2016
$2,060 (−8.7%)
$22,400 + $61,400
$83,800
2013
$2,256
$21,100 + $65,100
$86,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
54 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
10,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
1,461
Year built
1886
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
08000186000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Partial, Unfinished
Equipment
Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Fencing: Wood
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: RES
Property Information
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Resale
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,923.48
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Natural Gas
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,461
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1886
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Polk County
APN: 08000186000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Monroe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
3/10
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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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Des Moines, IA • 50310
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Sun exposure
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.1 hrs
4.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$133,000 – $161,000
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