437 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
SOLD
SEP 11, 2025

437 E Dunham Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 660 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

$160,000

Last Sold: Sep 11, 2025
3% below list $165K
$242/sqft

$160,000

Last Sold: Sep 11, 2025
3% below list $165K
$242/sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
660 sqft
(on 0.33 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom layout. The updated kitchen offers modern touches, while the cozy living spaces make this a perfect starter home or downsizing opportunity.
Enjoy the outdoors on the front deck or in the large fenced backyard—great for pets or entertaining. A massive 3+ car garage with upper-level access provides plenty of storage or potential to finish for additional living space. There's also a handy shed off the garage for even more storage!
Recent updates include:
New roof & siding (2021)
Newer furnace, A/C, and windows
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained home on a spacious lot with room to grow!
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 September 12, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$242/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 437 E Dunham Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 660 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain Link, PartialOther Structures: StorageExterior: Deck, Fence, StorageFoundation: 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: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 02000093000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $165,000Price Per Sqft: $242/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 14 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: 660 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 721773Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 515-360-3652Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-02000093000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 24 hours ago
Listed by DEBRA MCGHEE, (515) 360-3652
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Bought with: DEBRA MCGHEE, (515) 360-3652, Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#721773

Price History for 437 E Dunham Ave

DatePriceEventSource
09/11/2025$160,000Sold
DMMLS #721773
07/15/2025$165,000PendingDMMLS #721773
07/08/2025$155,000Listed For SaleIowa Realty #721773
06/23/2017$110,000Sold
DMMLS #529379
12/20/2016$114,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/02/2016$119,750Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$201K
$500MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$184
$3MoM
Available listings
990
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,634
Assessment$150,900
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about McKinley School - Columbus Park

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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437 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 660 sqft single-family home built in 1952. 437 E Dunham Ave is located in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 437 E Dunham Ave was last sold on Sep 11, 2025 for $160,000 (3% lower than the asking price of $165,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 437 E Dunham Ave is $161,100.