3103 E Shawnee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
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SOLD
MAR 3, 2026

3103 E Shawnee Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 768 sqft

$180,000

Last Sold: Mar 3, 2026
5% below list $190K
$234/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,214/mo*
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$180,000

Last Sold: Mar 3, 2026
5% below list $190K
$234/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,214/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
768 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for a great investment property, this home is a perfect fit! This charming 2-bed, 2-bath home with a detached 1-car garage has so much to offer. Enjoy peace of mind with a new HVAC system (2024) and updated main bathroom (2024/2025)...plus the following large ticket items have been redone in the last ten years as well: siding, windows, soffit, privacy fence and radon mitigation system. All appliances, including the washer and dryer are INCLUDED too! The lower level provides fantastic additional space, featuring a family room area, non-conforming 3rd bedroom, 3/4 bath, and laundry. Professionally cleaned and move in ready! Come see why this one truly feels like your Home Sweet Home!
3103 E Shawnee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 768 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1955. It last sold for $180,000 on Mar 3, 2026 (5% below the $189,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $179,600, with a rent estimate of $1,324/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$234/sqft
Listed
129 days ago

Home Details for 3103 E Shawnee Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 768 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckExterior: DeckFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 650 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 70

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06001471000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $189,900Price Per Sqft: $234/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Feb 19 2026

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: 7405.2 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 731550Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 229-2662Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001471000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 70
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Michelle Hanson, (515) 229-2662
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with: Diana Duron, (515) 556-8618, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#731550

Price History for 3103 E Shawnee Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/03/2026$180,000Sold
DMMLS #731550
02/19/2026$189,900PendingDMMLS #731550
01/10/2026$189,900PriceChange
DMMLS #731550
12/11/2025$194,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #731550
10/20/2021$154,000Sold
CIBR #58486
10/01/2021$150,000PendingRE/MAX Central #636807
09/28/2021$150,000PendingToActiveCIBR #58486
09/07/2021$150,000PendingDMMLS #636807
09/02/2021$150,000Listed For SaleRE/MAX Central #636807
02/05/2019$132,000Sold
N/A
01/03/2019$132,900PendingAgent Provided
12/18/2018$132,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/09/2018$137,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/30/2016$113,500Sold
DMMLS #524939
09/08/2016$114,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/16/2007$111,500Sold
N/A
07/17/2002$74,500Sold
N/A
10/27/1998$34,500Sold
N/A

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$3,188
Assessment$170,900
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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