2740 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

2740 E Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,078 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$194,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,307/mo*
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$194,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,307/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,078 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Well-maintained, unique ranch on the northeast side. If you like the sound of that it only gets better - the main level features new flooring in the breezeway, living room, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath & enclosed 3 season porch. The lovely eat-in kitchen has plenty of space, making it perfect for the cook in your family. 2 car detached garage is great for keeping your vehicles out of the elements. Fenced-in backyard is a great place for the kids and pets to play. Updates include: new garage w/garage door opener and painted exterior of home, garage & shed. Just minutes from downtown and close to all your daily amenities, make this your next home.
2740 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,078 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1930. It last sold for $157,000 on Aug 12, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $194,500, with a rent estimate of $1,509/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 2740 E Douglas Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Price History for 2740 E Douglas Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/12/2021$157,000Sold
DMMLS #631829
07/07/2021$159,900PendingDMMLS #631829
06/26/2021$159,900PriceChange
DMMLS #631829
06/19/2021$165,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #631829
03/28/2016$112,500Sold
DMMLS #511145
02/05/2016$110,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,118
Assessment$177,700
Home facts updated by county records

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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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