$179,500
$10K PRICE DROP

217 E Edison Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,191/month

Total Views 6,622
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,554 Sq Ft
$116 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Accessible Ramps
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Laundry Room
  • 3-minute walk to Columbus Park

About This Home

Affordable, older home in great shape and has lots of space! 3 BR, 1 full bath. Charming, enclosed 4 season porch for more living space that allows you to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the neighborhood wake up to the day. Huge country kitchen that opens up to a large, sunny room big enough for a big dining table. Old world charm allows you to personalize the home to your style. 2 car garage, and a fenced yard that overlooks Columbus Park. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, schools, parks, and minutes to downtown. Main floor bedroom and laundry. Upstairs has 2 big bedrooms. This home may qualify for InvestDSM funds to personalize, renovate, and remodel. Check it out!

Listing Agent

Jennifer Farrell

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 09/03/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,938

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 5,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x135
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,554 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Cooktop
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Handicap Shower
  • Grab Bars
  • Accessible Ramps

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02000447001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,938

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 115.51
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: 4 Season
  • Handicap Features: Grab Bars, Ramp, Shower
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1554
  • Total Sq Ft: 1554

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1240
  • Lot S F: 5400
  • Lot Size: 40X135
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02000447001000
  • Zoning: Res

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2938.00
  • Net Taxes: 2733.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,434 $170,800 $16,600 $154,200
2024 $2,434 $148,500 $14,200 $134,300
2023 $2,784 $148,500 $14,200 $134,300
2022 $2,364 $127,000 $12,600 $114,400
2021 $2,454 $127,000 $12,600 $114,400
2020 $2,564 $112,400 $11,100 $101,300
2019 $2,428 $112,400 $11,100 $101,300
2018 $2,398 $103,300 $10,000 $93,300
2017 $2,338 $103,300 $10,000 $93,300
2016 $2,120 $99,400 $9,400 $90,000
2015 $2,120 $99,400 $9,400 $90,000
2014 $2,130 $102,700 $9,500 $93,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/07/2025 11/07/25 Price Changed $179,500 -2.9% $116 / Sq Ft
09/26/2025 09/26/25 Price Changed $184,900 -2.6% $119 / Sq Ft
09/03/2025 09/03/25 For Sale $189,900 -- $122 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 725522

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-00447001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 McKinley School

217 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA

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