NOT LISTED FOR SALE

437 E Dunham Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $154,000 - $173,136

2 Beds
1 Bath
660 Sq Ft
$248/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 11, 2025

Last sale price $160,000 $242 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,093 / mo

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of September 2025

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!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debra McGhee

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 07/08/2025

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Debra McGhee

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 07/08/2025

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,582

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 14,280 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 660 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02000093000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,582

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0.33 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 250.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 242.42
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 660
  • Total Sq Ft: 660

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Exterior Storage Shed, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 3 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3280
  • Lot S F: 14280
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02000093000000
  • 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: 2582.00
  • Net Taxes: 2582.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2025
Closed on
Sep 10, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Debra McGhee
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Debra McGhee
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.23%
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
$163,534

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,534
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.73%
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Outstanding Balance
$152,000
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$11,534

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 30, 2016
Closed on
Jun 22, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kate Carlson
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Kate Carlson
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$119,750
Sold Price
$110,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,750
-8.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.66%
Original Mortgage
$99,000
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$160,000 None Listed On Document
$160,000 None Listed On Document
$110,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $152,000
Closed $152,000
Previous Owner $99,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/11/2025 09/11/25 Sold $160,000 -3.0% $242 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Price Changed $165,000 +6.5% $250 / Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2025 07/08/25 For Sale $155,000 +40.9% $235 / Sq Ft
06/23/2017 06/23/17 Sold $110,000 -8.1% $167 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/23/2017 06/23/17 Pending -- -- --
11/30/2016 11/30/16 For Sale $119,750 -- $181 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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 $2,582 $150,900 $28,300 $122,600
2024 $2,582 $131,200 $24,200 $107,000
2023 $2,618 $131,200 $24,200 $107,000
2022 $2,598 $111,100 $21,400 $89,700
2021 $2,452 $111,100 $21,400 $89,700
2020 $2,548 $98,300 $18,800 $79,500
2019 $2,260 $98,300 $18,800 $79,500
2018 $2,238 $84,100 $17,000 $67,100
2017 $1,936 $84,100 $17,000 $67,100
2016 $1,880 $80,100 $16,000 $64,100
2015 $1,880 $80,100 $16,000 $64,100
2014 $1,908 $83,400 $16,300 $67,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Debra McGhee

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Debra McGhee

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 360-3652

    1 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Debra McGhee
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  • Kate Carlson

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Kate Carlson

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 313-5054

    1 in this area

    116 Total Sales

    Kate Carlson
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 721773

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-00093000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 McKinley School

437 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA

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