3250 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
OCT 27, 2025

3250 E Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,689 sqft (on 0.75 acres)

$165,000

Last Sold: Oct 27, 2025
$98/sqft

$165,000

Last Sold: Oct 27, 2025
$98/sqft
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,689 sqft
(on 0.75 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Calling All Investors or those just looking to build some sweat equity and make it their own! Opportunity knocks w/ this home sitting on a 3/4-acre lot—private park-like retreat just waiting to shine again. Built in 1880, this diamond in the rough is packed w/ potential & ready for someone w/ vision & a willingness to roll up their sleeves. Main level features living room, large eat-in kitchen, 3/4 bath, & a bonus room. Upstairs: 4 bdrms & full bath w/ separate tub & shower. The basement provides laundry, mechanicals, & storage space. Enjoy the outdoors from the front deck or back patio, or take advantage of the det. 3-car garage/shop, additional 1-car garage, & a storage shed—perfect for vehicles, hobbies, or projects. New roof & siding in 2024. Please note: mechanicals are at the end of their life. Windows need updating. Be sure to review the seller disclosure for more details.
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 November 28, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$98/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 3250 E Douglas Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1689 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 37

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1880
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06001516000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $165,000Price Per Sqft: $98/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Sep 19 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: 1689 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.75 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 724281Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001516000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Michelle Polder, (515) 306-0724
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with: Alvarado Vazquez, Carmen, (515) 447-3110, EXP Realty, LLC
Co-Buyer's Agent: Rocio Hermosillo, (515) 657-0766, EXP Realty, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#724281

Price History for 3250 E Douglas Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/27/2025$165,000Sold
DMMLS #724281
09/19/2025$165,000PendingDMMLS #724281
08/30/2025$165,000PriceChange
DMMLS #724281
08/14/2025$175,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #724281
04/29/2019$150,000Sold
DMMLS #570799
02/21/2019$160,000PendingAgent Provided
10/08/2018$160,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,964
Assessment$226,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3250 E Douglas Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3819 E 32nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$220,000
09/12/25
3
1
1,512
3811 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$300,000
04/15/26
4
2
1,671
3811 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$250,000
09/02/25
3
1
1,352
3414 E 35th St, Des Moines, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$166,000
05/05/26
3
2
850
3101 E Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$190,000
05/01/26
3
2
1,053

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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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3250 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,689 sqft single-family home built in 1880. 3250 E Douglas Ave is located in Douglas Acres, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 3250 E Douglas Ave was last sold on Oct 27, 2025 for $165,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $165,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 3250 E Douglas Ave is $165,900.