$160,400
2 Beds
1 Bath
768 sqft
2521 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
Est. Refi. Payment $1,110/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Nov 13, 2018 for $54,982
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$160KSince last month
Decreased$600 (-0.4%)Since last year
Increased$2K (+1%)Since last sale
Increased$106K (+192.1%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +125% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $161K |
| August 2026 | $160K |
| July 2026 | $161K |
| June 2026 | $160K |
| May 2026 | $161K |
| April 2026 | $157K |
| March 2026 | $157K |
| February 2026 | $154K |
| January 2026 | $156K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.30 | Single-Family Home | $85,000 | 08/03/26 | 3 | 1 | 952 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $125,000 | 11/19/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,056 |
Home facts updated by county records
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.01 | $165,400 | 2 | 1 | 768 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $217,000 | 4 | 1 | 1,319 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $210,500 | 3 | 1 | 1,104 | Recently Sold | |
0.06 | $237,600 | 3 | 1 | 1,356 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $198,400 | 3 | 1 | 900 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $215,400 | 2 | 1 | 988 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $266,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,288 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $223,300 | 3 | 1 | 981 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $246,900 | 4 | 2 | 975 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $209,200 | 2 | 1 | 1,064 | Off Market | |
0.10 | - | 3 | 1 | 1,174 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
768 sqft
$209/sqft
About this House
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This cozy 768 square foot home has been completely remodeled with a new kitchen, new bathroom, new flooring, new paint, and insulated in the attic, walls, and crawl space to save you money! Property comes with two sheds for storage and large partially fenced in yard. The location is great, close to HyVee, restaurants, and the interstate for a speedy commute into Des Moines, Ankeny, or Altoona.
Included Appliances: Fridge, Gas Stove, Stacked Washer and Dryer.
HVAC: Gas Furnace and Central Air Conditioning.
12 month lease for a non-smoking property.
Application fee is $35 per Adult Applicant for background and credit checks.
Tenant pays all utilities, maintains the lawn, and is responsible for snow removal.
Pet Policy:
One non-high risk dog may be permitted with an additional $500 deposit and $30 / month pet rent.
Cats are not permitted. Service animals are not considered pets, but need to be documented.
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This cozy 768 square foot home has been completely remodeled with a new kitchen, new bathroom, new flooring, new paint, and insulated in the attic, walls, and crawl space to save you money! Property comes with two sheds for storage and large partially fenced in yard. The location is great, close to HyVee, restaurants, and the interstate for a speedy commute into Des Moines, Ankeny, or Altoona.
Included Appliances: Fridge, Gas Stove, Stacked Washer and Dryer.
HVAC: Gas Furnace and Central Air Conditioning.
12 month lease for a non-smoking property.
Application fee is $35 per Adult Applicant for background and credit checks.
Tenant pays all utilities, maintains the lawn, and is responsible for snow removal.
Pet Policy:
One non-high risk dog may be permitted with an additional $500 deposit and $30 / month pet rent.
Cats are not permitted. Service animals are not considered pets, but need to be documented.
2521 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 768 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1954. It last sold for $54,982 on Nov 13, 2018. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2022 with an asking price of $950 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 17, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $160,400, with a rent estimate of $1,244/month.
Home Details for 2521 E Aurora Ave
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 4 |
Appliances & Utilities DryerWasher |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete |
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1954 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 7492 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
Aug 17, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | ListingRemoved | |
Jul 8, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | Listed For Rent | $950 |
Jun 6, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | ListingRemoved | |
May 10, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | PriceChange | $950 Price decreased by 3% |
May 2, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | Listed For Rent | $975 |
Nov 19, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | ListingRemoved | |
Nov 2, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | PriceChange | $925 Price decreased by 4% |
Oct 25, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | Listed For Rent | $965 |
Oct 12, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | ListingRemoved | |
Aug 14, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | PriceChange | $850 Price decreased by 3% |
Jul 26, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | PriceChange | $875 Price decreased by 3% |
Jul 14, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | Listed For Rent | $900 |
Feb 23, 2021 Source: N/A | ListingRemoved | |
Jun 15, 2020 Source: N/A | ListingRemoved | $815 |
May 12, 2020 Source: N/A | PriceChange | $815 Price decreased by 7% |
Apr 23, 2020 Source: N/A | PriceChange | $875 Price decreased by 3% |
Mar 19, 2020 Source: N/A | PriceChange | $900 Price decreased by 5% |
Mar 7, 2020 Source: N/A | PriceChange | $950 Price increased by 6% |
Jan 26, 2020 Source: N/A | PriceChange | $900 Price decreased by 3% |
Jan 18, 2020 Source: N/A | Listed For Rent | $925 |
Nov 14, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $60,000 |
Nov 14, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $60,000 |
Nov 13, 2018 Source: DMMLS #568490 | Sold | $54,982 |
Oct 8, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $60,000 |
Oct 2, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $60,000 Price decreased by 8% |
Sep 21, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $65,000 |
Mar 14, 1997 Source: N/A | Sold | $39,500 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $1,822 | $103,300 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Des Moines
Last updated July 2026
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0MoM
Available listings
1022
12MoM
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What Locals Say about Douglas Acres
At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say parking is easy
86 % Say car is needed
80 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
67 % Say there are sidewalks
60 % Say kids play outside
56 % Say there's holiday spirit
54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
53 % Say it's quiet
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say people would walk alone at night
44 % Say streets are well-lit
23 % Say there's wildlife
13 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 2521 E Aurora Ave
- What is 2521 E Aurora Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 2521 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA is $160,400.
- What is the price history for 2521 E Aurora Ave?2521 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $54,982 in November 2018.
- Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Des Moines?The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
- Does 2521 E Aurora Ave have laundry facilities?Yes, 2521 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.
- How big is the lot at 2521 E Aurora Ave?The lot at 2521 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).
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