Starter home or rental investment located in Frisbie Park area of DSM. Located just a few blocks east of Valley Junction. This 2-bedroom one bath bungalow has been freshly painted and new carpet installed ready to be occupied. There is a current rental certificate in place. Spacious back yard with storage shed. All appliances included.
- IA
- Des Moines
- 50312
- 6013 Tonka Avenue
- MLS# 715138
- Date Listed04/08/2025
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.16 acres (7,100 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Polk
- Year Built 1917
- Water Public
- Square Feet 729 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $170.78
Interior Features
- Appliances Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Carpet, Vinyl
- Cooling Window Unit(s)
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Asphalt, Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.16
- Lot Size SQFT 7,100.00
- Lot Features Rectangular Lot
Directions
Take Tonka Ave east off 63rd Street.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $2,032
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
5.87 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.08 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.32 mi
Distance
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
5.87 mi
Distance
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
Public • PK - PK
6.51 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.08 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
4.57 mi
Distance
Des Moines Public Schools - Virtual Campus
Public • 6 - 12
4.57 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
5.96 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.32 mi
Distance
Des Moines Central Campus High School
Public • 9 - 12
4.57 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
6.94 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 549 SE Hollow Court | 3 | 2 | Oct 25, 2025 | $412,000 |
| 901 40th Street | 3 | 2 | Oct 28, 2025 | $244,900 |
| 506 NE 58th Street | 4 | 3 | Dec 02, 2025 | $364,990 |
| 6015 Waterbury Circle | 4 | 2 | Oct 11, 2025 | $349,000 |
| 4801 Harwood Drive | 4 | 3 | Oct 15, 2025 | $650,000 |
| 4820 Grand Avenue | 4 | 3 | Oct 06, 2025 | $479,000 |
| 466 27TH Street | 4 | 3 | Nov 21, 2025 | $194,500 |
| 5823 CARPENTER Avenue | 3 | 1 | Nov 21, 2025 | $85,000 |
| 1115 LOCUST Street | 3 | 2 | Nov 21, 2025 | $45,000 |
| 6915 Colby Avenue | 3 | 2 | Nov 06, 2025 | $325,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,156 | 217,239 | 510,442 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 2,671 | 2,406 | 890 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.1 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 40.7 | 37.4 | 38.1 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $67,963 | $55,560 | $70,689 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $54,353 | $29,814 | $36,854 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 79 | 86 | 93 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 11.7°F | 11.7°F | 11.31°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 86°F | 86°F | 85.97°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.72" | 34.72" | 34.55" | 38" |
11/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
22/100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score ®
45/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
2 nearby routes: 2 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 30/100, Transit Score: 10/100, Bike Score: 35/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 6013 Tonka Avenue
Source: Realty.com
6013 Tonka Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312 is a Single Family 729 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 21 photos available of this 2 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $124,500. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 21 photos of 6013 Tonka Avenue.
Our records indicate that 6013 Tonka Avenue was built in 1917.
The full address for this home is 6013 Tonka Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312.
6013 Tonka Avenue has been listed on Realty.com since Tue April 08, 2025
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 30/100, Transit Score: 10/100, Bike Score: 35/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 6013 Tonka Avenue. Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center (Grades: PK - PK), Merrill Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Roosevelt High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(tel: 515-453-5900)
Listing agent:
Jamie Smith
(tel: 515-453-6330)
(#1083)
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