5501 S  Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315
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FOR SALE
0.45 ACRES

$232,500

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 893 sqft (on 0.45 acres)

5501 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Fort Des Moines
Est. Mortgage $1,618/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1991
0.45 acre lot
$260/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5501 S Union St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Nice 4 Bedroom ranch style home with 2 baths, All new Paint and Flooring, 3 Bedrooms and bath on main floor. 1 bedroom and 3/4 bath with 2nd family room downstairs. Washer, dryer hook ups in small utility area with rest of basement finished basement. Walk out basement with patio doors to concrete patio over looking large back yard. Yard shed with storage for your yard tools. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Isaiah Roth, (515) 537-6729
RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#747951
Also Listed on DMMLS.

Home Details for 5501 S Union St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 893 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Poured
Frontage
Road Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 780 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 23

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1991
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Property Information
Parcel Number: 12001725006000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $232,500Price Per Sqft: $260

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 747951

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 893 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.45 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 747951Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 537-6729Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-12001725006000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 0

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Fort Des Moines

At least 15 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say there's wildlife

  • 46 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 24 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 24 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Leiasigns
    "All in an alley so cozy. Know your neighbors. Right off of South west ninth street so its busy, neighbors wave"
  • Amanda W.
    "The neighbors around know each other's names. Everyone looks out for one another. It's pretty quiet for the most part. "
  • Amanda W.
    "It's fairly peaceful. The neighbors look out for each other's properties. The kids in this neighborhood can actually go outside an play without any worries. As far as I know there's not any child/sex predator's anywhere close. "
  • Olivia M.
    "There is plenty of culture and nice neighbors. Kid playing in most of the yards. I don’t know what else to say"

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1
MoM
Available listings
1060
36
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$230K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1%)
Since last year
Decreased$28K (-11%)
Since last sale
Increased$202K (+715.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +100% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$230K
August 2026$233K
July 2026$233K
June 2026$233K
May 2026$233K
April 2026$235K
March 2026$239K
February 2026$238K
January 2026$245K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.30
Single-Family Home
$235,000
06/05/26
4
2
894
0.21
Single-Family Home
$202,000
09/24/25
3
2
829
0.31
Single-Family Home
$226,000
07/30/26
3
1.5
894
0.34
Single-Family Home
$195,000
04/16/26
4
2
858
0.29
Single-Family Home
$244,900
08/31/26
3
2
781
0.34
Single-Family Home
$217,000
11/04/25
3
2
884
0.31
Single-Family Home
$185,000
03/06/26
3
2
868
0.29
Single-Family Home
$234,900
11/13/25
3
2
810
0.20
Single-Family Home
$207,000
08/07/26
2
1.5
816

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.09
$210,600
3
1.5
958
Off Market
0.09
$229,900
3
2
1,414
For Sale
0.09
$293,300
5
2
2,052
Off Market
0.13
$199,300
3
1
778
Off Market
0.15
$191,500
2
1
847
Off Market
0.14
$255,900
3
2
1,152
Off Market
0.17
$161,900
2
1
618
Off Market
0.18
$226,700
2
2
1,173
Off Market
0.16
$158,500
2
1
752
Recently Sold
0.20
$232,800
3
1.5
1,176
Off Market
0.20
$193,600
4
1.5
799
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 26, 2026
Source: DMMLS #747951
Listed For Sale
$232,500
Aug 13, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,975
Price decreased by 2%
Jul 24, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,025
Price decreased by 1%
Jul 14, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,050
Jun 29, 2026
Source: DMMLS #728995
ListingRemoved
$235,000

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Agent Phone: (515) 537-6729
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Frequently asked questions about 5501 S Union St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 5501 S Union St?
    Based on a $232,500 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 5501 S Union St in Des Moines, IA is approximately $1,640 (about $1,272 principal & interest, $293 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 5501 S Union St compare to homes in Des Moines?
    5501 S Union St in Des Moines, IA is listed at $232,500, about 9% above the $214K median sale price in Des Moines.
  • What do residents say about the Fort Des Moines neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Fort Des Moines neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Fort Des Moines, Des Moines.
  • What are the closest schools to 5501 S Union St?
    The closest schools to 5501 S Union St in Des Moines, IA are Lincoln High School (rated 2/10), McCombs Middle School (rated 4/10), South Union Elementary School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 5501 S Union St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5501 S Union St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 5501 S Union St?
    The lot at 5501 S Union St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.45 acres (19,428 sq ft).
5501 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 893 sqft single-family home built in 1991. 5501 S Union St is located in Fort Des Moines, Des Moines. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on Aug 26, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 747951.