$399,000

2906 Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50321

Southwestern Hills Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,752/month

Total Views 5,119
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,364 Sq Ft
$169 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Mud Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Welcome to this CLEAN, beautifully kept and maintained home situated in the heart of a quiet, well established Des Moines neighborhood! This home offers FIVE (5) nice sized BEDROOMS, each with ample closet space, 2 living areas, and 2 laundry zones! Backyard is beautifully shaded with mature trees and has a large deck for entertaining. All the large things have been done on this home, making it a perfect choice for those who are looking for a "move-in" ready home or for those who seek that "move-in-and make-it-their-own" home! New roof in 2020, new HVAC in 2019, new vinyl patio door in 2024, new vinyl windows in 2012, and new vinyl siding installed in 2014, master bath updated in 2018, new Whirlpool appliances in 2022 and carpets have been cleaned! Located minutes from the downtown area, this home is close to parks, restaurants and entertainment options for all ages!

Listing Agent

Lee Scroggins

Iowa Realty Waukee Listed on: 06/20/2025

Iowa Realty Waukee

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,572

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 95x141
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,364 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12000202019000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,572

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 168.78
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1204
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2364
  • Total Sq Ft: 2364

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 560
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3080
  • Lot S F: 13395
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 95X141
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12000202019000
  • Zoning: N3A

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 6572.00
  • Net Taxes: 6572.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,572 $344,500 $47,400 $297,100
2023 $6,104 $344,500 $47,400 $297,100
2022 $6,056 $267,900 $37,900 $230,000
2021 $6,408 $267,900 $37,900 $230,000
2020 $6,652 $265,400 $37,500 $227,900
2019 $6,022 $265,400 $37,500 $227,900
2018 $5,956 $232,600 $32,200 $200,400
2017 $5,600 $232,600 $32,200 $200,400
2016 $5,452 $215,600 $29,400 $186,200
2015 $5,452 $215,600 $29,400 $186,200
2014 $5,218 $212,700 $28,800 $183,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2025 06/20/25 For Sale $399,000 -- $169 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $218,000 --
Warranty Deed $139,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $32,775 Credit Line Revolving
Open $174,800 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $85,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 720746

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-00202019000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50321 Southwestern Hills

2906 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2906 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321 and is currently priced at $399,000, approximately $168 per square foot. This property was built in 1970. 2906 Watrous Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Jefferson Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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