601 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET

601 E Aurora Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,286 sqft

$212,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 17, 2026

$212,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 17, 2026
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,286 sqft

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Description

This is it! One owner custom ranch with all brick has been carefully cared for and maintained through the years. Mature trees provide shade in the summer and a pretty back drop for the fall. Step in and be amazed at over 1,700 sq.ft. of total finish. The home boasts of new carpet and interior paint. The sunken family room will be everyone's favorite spot to entertain family and friends. Kitchen provides counter seating with all appliances included. Living room w/large picture window showcases ch
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.

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Outdoor
Deck
A/C
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HOA
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Less than a day ago

Home Details for 601 E Aurora Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956Year Updated: 1964
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7050 sqft

Price History for 601 E Aurora Ave

DatePriceEventSource
09/15/2011$79,500Sold
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07/14/2011$89,500PriceChange
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05/05/2011$100,000PriceChange
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04/23/2011$110,000PriceChange
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02/05/2011$114,900PriceChange
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11/04/2010$119,000PriceChange
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08/04/2010$125,000PriceChange
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01/23/2010$129,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$3,314
Assessment$220,900
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$1,608/mo
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Comparable Sales for 601 E Aurora Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3830 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$124,500
10/27/25
4
2
1,201
4000 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$65,000
08/27/25
2
1
784
4000 4th St, Des Moines, IA
0.64
Single-Family Home
$110,000
04/16/26
3
2
1,576
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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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  • Trulia User
    "I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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  • Jill B.
    "to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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  • Tracy
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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  • Jeff A.
    "the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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  • Susan W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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601 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,286 sqft single-family home built in 1956. 601 E Aurora Ave is located in Highland Park, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 601 E Aurora Ave was last sold on Sep 15, 2011 for $79,500. The current Trulia Estimate for 601 E Aurora Ave is $212,200.