$144,900
SOLD MAR 14, 2025

5505 SE 6th St Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,004 Sq Ft
8,568 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$144 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of March 2025

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch-style home is full of potential and perfectly located in South Des Moines, close to shopping, dining, schools, and parks. A newer roof adds lasting value, while the spacious 2-car detached garage provides ample room for parking, storage, or a workshop.
Whether you're a homeowner looking to customize your dream space or an investor seeking your next project, this property offers endless possibilities. Don’t miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today and see the potential for yourself!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeff Kinion

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 12/28/2024

Realty ONE Group Impact

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Cupples

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,320

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 8,568 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 63x136
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • 1,004 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Additional Features

  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12002818053000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,320

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 139.34
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 144.32
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1004
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1004
  • Total Sq Ft: 1004

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: See Remarks
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 576
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1970
  • Lot S F: 8568
  • Lot Size: 63X136
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12002818053000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 3320.10
  • Net Taxes: 3114.22

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 28, 2024
Closed on
Mar 6, 2025
Sold by
Stout Sharon L
Bought by
Zwanziger Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Jeff Kinion
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Robert Cupples
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$144,900
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.57%
Views
77

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
182.69%
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Outstanding Balance
$214,463
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
-$8,157
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

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Fiduciary Deed $145,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $215,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $92,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $96,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $12,000 Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2025 05/09/25 For Sale $250,000 +72.5% $249 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Sold $144,900 +3.6% $144 / Sq Ft
01/06/2025 01/06/25 Pending -- -- --
12/28/2024 12/28/24 For Sale $139,900 -- $139 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2024 $3,170 $178,600 $31,500 $147,100
2023 $3,162 $178,600 $31,500 $147,100
2022 $3,136 $143,000 $26,300 $116,700
2021 $3,124 $143,000 $26,300 $116,700
2020 $3,240 $133,800 $24,500 $109,300
2019 $2,936 $133,800 $24,500 $109,300
2018 $2,902 $117,800 $21,100 $96,700
2017 $2,756 $117,800 $21,100 $96,700
2016 $2,680 $110,400 $19,500 $90,900
2015 $2,680 $110,400 $19,500 $90,900
2014 $2,642 $112,100 $19,400 $92,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Robert Cupples

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Robert Cupples

    RE/MAX

    (515) 681-8871

    2 in this area

    209 Total Sales

    Robert Cupples
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  • Jeff Kinion

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jeff Kinion

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 577-1941

    3 in this area

    163 Total Sales

    Jeff Kinion
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 709435

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-02818053000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

5505 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 5505 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50315 and is currently priced at $144,900, approximately $144 per square foot. This property was built in 1970. 5505 SE 6th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Lovejoy Elementary School, Mccombs Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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