2801 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

2801 E Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,240 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$295,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,949/mo*
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$295,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,949/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,240 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1923
Lot Size
0.28 acres
Living Area
2,240 sqft
Price/Sqft
$132
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Don't miss out on this amazing home with approximately 2240 square feet of living space. The main level highlights a spacious family room, 2 bedrooms, huge bathroom, kitchen has ample cabinets and countertop space. The upper level has 3 bedrooms. The lower level has a walkout basement, additional family/rec room, 3/4 bath and laundry. The upper deck is perfect for entertaining with built in grill area. The oversized 30 x 24 detached garage with 220 service, is the perfect place for your cars and hobbies. Situated on a corner lot with easy access to schools, shopping, golf course, interstate, and more!
2801 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,240 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1923. It last sold for $220,000 on Jun 28, 2023 (5% above the $210,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $295,800, with a rent estimate of $1,984/month.

Home Details for 2801 E Douglas Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2240 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, RefrigeratorDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain Link, FullExterior: Deck, Fully FencedFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 600 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 10

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06006083000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $210,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Mar 25 2023

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: 2240 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, See Remarks

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 669121Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 710-8708Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06006083000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Ellen Fitzpatrick, (515) 710-8708
Ellen Fitzpatrick Real Estate
Bought with: Timothy Schutte, (515) 681-5677, EXIT Realty & Associates
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#669121

Price History for 2801 E Douglas Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/28/2023$220,000Sold
DMMLS #669121
12/19/2019$199,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/10/2019$199,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/10/2000$57,500Sold
N/A
05/16/1997$43,000Sold
N/A

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$5,202
Assessment$298,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2801 E Douglas Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2800 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$238,700
09/19/25
3
2
1,484
2736 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$273,000
11/10/25
4
2
1,120
2737 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$250,000
12/08/25
3
2
1,512
2601 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$227,500
08/14/25
3
2
912
2817 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$277,000
11/10/25
5
2
1,040
3926 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$181,460
05/18/26
3
1.5
1,124
3811 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$300,000
04/15/26
4
2
1,671
2483 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$223,000
12/10/25
3
2
936
3406 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$208,000
07/10/26
3
2
912

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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