2523 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
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SOLD
OCT 13, 2025

2523 E Aurora Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 768 sqft

$165,000

Last Sold: Oct 13, 2025
0% over list $165K
$215/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,119/mo*
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$165,000

Last Sold: Oct 13, 2025
0% over list $165K
$215/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,119/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
768 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home that perfectly blends comfort and style. Step inside to find modern flooring throughout the entire house, giving it a clean and elegant touch and a nicely finished tile bathroom that adds a touch of elegance. The home sits on a spacious lot, offering plenty of room to relax or entertain. Enjoy quiet mornings or evening gatherings on the private patio, perfect for outdoor dining or lounging
2523 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 the $164,900 asking price on Oct 13, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $164,800, with a rent estimate of $1,421/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$215/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 2523 E Aurora Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 768 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Chain LinkFoundation: Block
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06001704000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $164,900Price Per Sqft: $215/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 13 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 768 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7492.32 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 724852Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 771-2335Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001704000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Abraham Sanchez, (515) 771-2335
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with: Shola Aguek, (515) 402-9818, NextHome Your Way
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#724852

Price History for 2523 E Aurora Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/13/2025$165,000Sold
DMMLS #724852
10/13/2025$164,900PendingDMMLS #724852
09/03/2025$164,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #724852

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$206K
$5.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$187
$3MoM
Available listings
1004
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,516
Assessment$97,400
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Date
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871
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$244,900
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$205,000
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Neighborhood Overview

Douglas Acres
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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

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  • Sbrandybear
    "Quiet, friendly neighbors, well lit and maintained. Close to shopping. Roads well maintained. Community pride."
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  • Melissa
    "There are some known issues of break-in in this area where it is a common occurrence. Too many to count. Keep everything locked up. Use video cameras. Have a dog. You are constantly suspicious of new people walking the area."
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  • Jhagins84
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 12 years I love it here. We have pretty awesome neighbors which is hard to come by. "
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