5638 University Avenue Des Moines, IA $ 229,000
5638 University Avenue
$ 229,000
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5638 University Avenue

Des Moines, IA, 50311
$ 229,000
Bedrooms3 Baths1.0 Sq 1,417

Monthly Estimate*

$ 1,410

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Single Family Home for sale in Des Moines, IA

for $229,000 with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This 1,417 square foot home was built in 1900 on a lot size of 0.19.

This charmer on the West side of Des Moines awaits with spacious layout, large fully fenced yard and many updates from current owners. Enjoy all new flooring, refreshed paint and cabinets, a new roof (2022) and a revived outdoor space for your entertainment. Main level features living room with new windows and trim, tons of natural light, and enough room for the full family. Large dining area is highlighted by a bench window, and transitions into a nicely updated kitchen with quartz counters, subway tile backsplash and decorative stamped tin tile ceiling. Secondary bedroom/office space completes main floor. Upstairs you will find a the primary bedroom with dual closets and windows galore. Bright and airy 2nd bedroom w/ walk-in closet, and a full bathroom round out upper floor. Head outside to your private rear yard with new deck/patio, a storage shed with electric heater and room to roam. Great curb appeal with full surround picket fence and additional deck out front. Don't miss it! All information obtained from seller and public records.

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3/8/2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
5638 University Avenue Des Moines, IA
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm

Single Family Active

Price

$ 229,000

Bedrooms

3

Full Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 3,462

Style

Lot Size

0.19

Year Built

1900

Town/City

Des Moines

County/Region

Polk

MLS | Web ID

735730

List By
John Weil

Listing Agent

Re/Max Precision

Broker

john@athomeiowa.com

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$1,698
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Monthly Principal & Interest
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Monthly Property Taxes
$289
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Nearby
4324878 Elementary School
4324877 Middle School
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Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
3/6/2026$229,000 Listed Price

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5638 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50311 is a Single Family Home for sale at $229,000 with 1,417 sqft and a lot size of 0.19. 5638 University Avenue has 3 bedrooms, 1.0 baths, and was built in 1900. The property's zip code is 50311 which is in Des Moines, IA