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Marquisville

Marquisville

Suburban Neighborhood in Des Moines, Iowa

Polk County 50313
$292,801 Average Value
$186 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

A place to come back to

At first glance, also known as North De Moines, might not stand out among neighboring communities — just a few pockets of neighborhoods scattered within Saylor Township. But there's something about the neighborhood that brings people back. "I have people who grew up there, and now they come to me and say, 'I want a house in this specific area,'" says Liz Lashier, the broker/owner of NextHome Your Way, who has sold multiple homes here over the years. "I think that people who live there love it because it's just an inclusive neighborhood." Lashier's receptionist, Jesse Alexander, is a former resident. "I grew up there and have great childhood memories," she says. "What I love about it is that it's close to the city, but it's not a city, so as kids, we had freedom to run around." Marquisville's position between Des Moines and Ankney comes with a few distinct benefits and drawbacks. "It has lower taxes, but then a lot of homes are still on septic because they don't have the amenities from either city," Lashier says. Wide streets with mature trees and lush vegetation wind throughout the community, featuring manicured lawns; however, they don't have sidewalks. "Marquisville is not very walkable because it's spread out, and there isn't any place to walk," Lashier says.

Outdoor fun

The 136-acre Margo Frankel Woods State Park is popular for its playgrounds and wooded hiking trails. Fairmont Park offers a playground, a hillside slide, a sledding hill and walking paths. Riverview Park is a destination for walking along the water's edge, and its outdoor amphitheater hosts concerts and festivals.

Treasure-hunting at antique mall

Residents head just outside the neighborhood to pick up groceries at ALDI or Hy-Vee. The Brass Armadillo Antique Mall is is a popular shopping destination, with over 450 dealers inside a 36,000-square-foot showroom. In business since 1905, Goode Greenhouses is the go-to destination for plants and plant products. Smokey D's BBQ is an award-winning go-to eatery known for its burnt ends. Lashier recommends Sunny's Pizza Bistro, a casual Italian restaurant featuring pizza, pasta and sandwiches.

Freeways nearby for easy commutes

Several hospitals are nearby, including UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center, an 8-mile drive via local streets. Marquisville is situated near interstates 235, 80 and 35, creating an easily accessible network of traffic routes to Downtown Des Moines, all within 10 miles. Public transportation is available via several bus stops; however, many locals prefer to drive. Des Moines International Airport is about a 12-mile drive taking local streets.

New homes are popping up

The community offers diverse housing options, from ranch-style to two-story Colonial revivals, some dating back to the 50s and 60s. Lashier points out that houses of various sizes, some with acre lots, are features many buyers find appealing. Slightly smaller lots of a quarter-acre or half-acre are also common, and most homes have garages. New developments are sprouting up in the northern and southern ends, with a wide range of housing prices. For $179,000, a new home buyer can get a 798-square-foot, two-bedroom bungalow. An $849,000 price tag buys a 2,120-square-foot, five-bedroom, new-construction ranch. The majority of the prices range between $250,000 and $450,000.

High school offers some AP classes

Marquisville is served by the Saydel Community School District and the Des Moines Community School District, both offering open enrollment. Students can start their education at Cornell Elementary School, which has a C-plus from Niche, and move on to Woodside Middle School, which has a C-minus. Saydel High School, which has a C grade, offers a few Advanced Placement classes.

Low chance of crime

Marquisville received a 3 out of 10 on the CAP Index for overall crime, indicating that the likelihood of incidents is low.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Julie Lovitt

    Julie Lovitt

    NextHome Your Way

    (402) 251-2081

    7 Total Sales

    1 in Marquisville

    $222,500 Price

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  • Chris Kew

    Chris Kew

    Responds Quickly

    RE/MAX Precision

    (515) 500-2960

    256 Total Sales

    1 in Marquisville

    $227,500 Price

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  • Jill Budden

    Jill Budden

    RE/MAX Concepts

    (515) 461-8462

    299 Total Sales

    1 in Marquisville

    $199,000 Price

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  • Liz Lashier

    Liz Lashier

    NextHome Your Way

    (515) 512-4526

    125 Total Sales

    1 in Marquisville

    $630,000 Price

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  • Joanne May

    Joanne May

    Responds Quickly

    RE/MAX Revolution

    (515) 461-6816

    222 Total Sales

    3 in Marquisville

    $100K - $360K Price Range

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  • Toni Tindle

    Toni Tindle

    Covered Bridge Realty

    (515) 512-5468

    67 Total Sales

    1 in Marquisville

    $180,000 Price

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Des Moines International

20 min drive

Bus

NE 54th Ave & NE 22nd St, Plk

Bus

NE Broadway Ave & NE 17th St, Plk

Bus

NE 22nd St & NE 60th Ave, Plk

Bus

NE Broadway Ave & NE 17th Ct, Plk

Bus

NE 17th St & NE 58th Ave, Plk

Bus

NE 54th Ave & NE 22nd St (Far-Side), Plk

Bus

E Euclid Ave & Delaware Ave, Dsm

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Marquisville US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Marquisville Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Marquisville, Des Moines sell after 147 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Marquisville, Des Moines over the last 12 months is $1,070,000.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$449,000
Median Sale Price
$1,070,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$451,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,463
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,318
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,588
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
19,602

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,509
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,127
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,463

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
15.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
45''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

20 / 100
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