3117 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD
MAY 15, 2026

3117 Aurora Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310

Lower Beaver
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,134 sqft

$290,000

Last Sold: May 15, 2026
5% below list $305K
$256/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,899/mo*
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$290,000

Last Sold: May 15, 2026
5% below list $305K
$256/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,899/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,134 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Charming and well-maintained home offering space, functionality, and great updates! This property features beautiful hardwood floors in the living room and hallway, with comfortable carpet in the bedrooms and tile flooring in the kitchen and main bathroom. The finished basement provides additional living space, including a non-conforming room and a full bathroom—perfect for guests, a home office, or recreation area.

Enjoy the convenience of laundry hookups on both the main level and in the basement. Step outside to a large fenced-in backyard with an additional lot included, offering extra space for outdoor activities, gardening, or future possibilities. The updated covered patio is ideal for relaxing or entertaining.

Major updates include a new roof, deck, and covered patio. The property also offers a rare three-car detached garage with plenty of room for vehicles, storage, or a workshop.

Conveniently located within one mile of the VA Hospital and close to local amenities, shopping, and dining.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 24, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$256/sqft
Listed
No Info

Home Details for 3117 Aurora Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1134 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Stove, WasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Deck, PatioFencing: Chain Link, PartialExterior: Deck, Fence, PatioFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Detached,Garage,Three Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 26

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 10003355000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $305,000Price Per Sqft: $256/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Apr 07 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: 1134 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

BasementMls Number: 736128Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 778-2572Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-10003355000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 26
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Tylonda Mason, (515) 778-2572
Platinum Realty LLC
Bought with: Erin Kamp, (515) 689-8858, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#736128

Price History for 3117 Aurora Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/15/2026$290,000Sold
DMMLS #736128
04/08/2026$305,000PendingDMMLS #736128
03/25/2026$305,000PriceChange
DMMLS #736128
03/12/2026$315,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #736128
04/30/2015$112,114Sold
DMMLS #446764
01/29/2015$125,080ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/08/2015$125,080Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/11/2014$125,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,198
Assessment$230,200
Home facts updated by county records

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Lower Beaver
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What Locals Say about Lower Beaver

At least 36 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 72 % Say there's wildlife

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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    "Trick or treating…but the best part of our neighborhoods are the parks!!! The schools have the best playgrounds too!!"
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    "everyone keeps up after their dog. neighbors are friendly.. my kids live here. shopping is somewhat close my bank branch is just up the street on Merle hay road. lots of trees and tree Canopus. "
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    "Not immediate access to I-80 or 235, but major roads (Douglas, Hickman) are close and make it a little more convenient. "
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    "this is a dog friendly neighborhood. people keep dogs on leash or yard. There are dogs all round. "
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    "No easy access to the interstate. Take back routes and get to downtown within fifteen to twenty minutes. Mostly traffic is light except rush hour times. Have to drive about ten to fifteen minutes to interstate access."
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    "Friendly neighbors with diverse age group. Quiet streets with mostly local traffic. Low crime rate and we have lived here for 15 years."
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3117 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,134 sqft single-family home built in 1959. 3117 Aurora Ave is located in Lower Beaver, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 3117 Aurora Ave was last sold on May 15, 2026 for $290,000 (5% lower than the asking price of $305,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 3117 Aurora Ave is $296,500.