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5816 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

3 Beds
1 Bath
993 Sq Ft

Charming 1.5 story home - perfect for first time homebuyer. This home has been refurbished and updated. Nice living room with brick fireplace and gas insert stove. Dining room with newer lighting opens with French doors to a sunroom/den off of the back. The updated kitchen has new counters and wonderful tile backsplash with lots of cabinet space. Two bedrooms and full bathroom on the main level and a third bedroom upstairs. A great all new deck is off the back of the house and overlooks a fenced back yard. New HVAC system. You must get in to see the charm and space! Close to schools, shopping and area attractions.

  • MLS# 514937
  • Date Listed04/11/2016
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0.15 acres (6,600 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Polk
  • Year Built 1926
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 993 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $120.75

Interior Features

  • Appliances Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Asphalt, Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.15
  • Lot Size SQFT 6,600.00
  • Lot Features Rectangular Lot

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $2,381
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in IA / 50311

Source: Walkscore

52/100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score ®

30/100

Some Transit

Transit Score ®

32/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

3 nearby routes: 3 bus, 0 rail, 0 other


Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 38/100, Transit Score: 12/100, Bike Score: 39/100.

Frequently Asked Questions for 5816 University Avenue

Source: Realty.com

5816 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a Single Family 993 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 16 photos available of this 3 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $119,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 16 photos of 5816 University Avenue.

Our records indicate that 5816 University Avenue was built in 1926.

The full address for this home is 5816 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311.

5816 University Avenue has been listed on Realty.com since Mon April 11, 2016

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 38/100, Transit Score: 12/100, Bike Score: 39/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 5816 University Avenue. Woodlawn Early Childhood Center (Grades: PK - PK), Merrill Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Roosevelt High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

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Listing agent: Holly Craiger (tel: 515-988-1789) (#4798)

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