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3819 Glen Ellen Drive, Des Moines, IA 50317

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Sale Pending

$234,000

3 beds • 2 baths • 1,059 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 1,540 /mo. †

6.63% APR for 30 yrs.
$4,087 in taxes
Change Loan Terms

  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $220.96
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

  • Fireplace
    Heating System

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Move-in Ready, well-maintained 3 bed 2 bath mid-century ranch home, located on a beautiful tree-lined street, it is a short distance to Sheridan Park. The well-loved home features original hardwood floors. master bedroom, has its own bath, and 2 decent- sized bedrooms. The main living space is large enough to have a living and dining area. Kitchen has ample space to have an eat-in kitchen. Kitchen appliances are Stainless Steel, with a newer refrigerator. The home features a large basement with egress windows. The lower level has so much possibilities on how you can use the space. There is a brick fireplace that can be a perfect spot for gatherings. Basement also features a 4th non-conforming bedroom. Spring time is around the corner, enjoy the large back porch, perfect for a bar-b-q time, entertaining friends and family. Backyard also boast of a fenced in decent sized yard. Added bonus is a 2-car detached garage with newer sidings. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
MLS# 711000

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Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Appliances
    Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Architecture Style
    Ranch
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Heating System
    Fireplace
  • Roof Type
    Asphalt

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  • Principle and Interest
    $1,199
  • Property Taxes
    $340
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Schools

Brubaker Elementary School

Grades KG-5 Public School

Des Moines, IA 50317 0.4 miles
2900 e 42nd st

643 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: F

School Details

Hoyt Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Des Moines, IA 50317 0.5 miles
2700 e 42nd st

618 total students
14:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D+

School Details

East High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Des Moines, IA 50316 3.6 miles
815 e 13th st

2204 total students
23:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
St Joseph Elementary School 0.8 miles Private PK-8
Goodrell Middle School 1.1 miles Public 6-8 F
One School Global Des Moines Campus 1.2 miles Private 3-12
Stowe Elementary School 1.3 miles Public KG-5 D
Delaware Elementary 1.5 miles Public PK-5 B
Garton Elementary School 1.7 miles Public KG-5 D+
Grand View Christian School 1.7 miles Private PK-12
Phillips Elementary School 1.9 miles Public KG-5 D-
Willard Elementary School 2.4 miles Public KG-5 C-
Pleasant Hill Elementary School 2.7 miles Public KG-5 C-
Joshua Christian Academy 2.9 miles Private KG-12
Cattell Elementary School 3.3 miles Public KG-5 D+
Hiatt Middle School 3.3 miles Public 6-8 F
Capitol View Elementary School 3.4 miles Public EE-5 F
Willowbrook Elementary 3.4 miles Public PK-5 C
Madison Elementary School 3.5 miles Public KG-5 C-

St Joseph Elementary School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Goodrell Middle School

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

F

One School Global Des Moines Campus

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: 3-12

Stowe Elementary School

Distance: 1.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D

Delaware Elementary

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

B

Garton Elementary School

Distance: 1.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D+

Grand View Christian School

Distance: 1.7 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-12

Phillips Elementary School

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D-

Willard Elementary School

Distance: 2.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C-

Pleasant Hill Elementary School

Distance: 2.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C-

Joshua Christian Academy

Distance: 2.9 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-12

Cattell Elementary School

Distance: 3.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D+

Hiatt Middle School

Distance: 3.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

F

Capitol View Elementary School

Distance: 3.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: EE-5

F

Willowbrook Elementary

Distance: 3.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C

Madison Elementary School

Distance: 3.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C-

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Local area information for Des Moines, IA 50317

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Des Moines, IA 50317

This community’s employment is highest in the administrative support and sales industries. The area’s overall household expenses are below the national average.

86° July
Hottest Average Month
11° January
Coldest Average Month
15,132 Total Households in Area
1.9% Increase in population since the year 2010
32.2%
of households
have children
20 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Des Moines, IA 50317

Des Moines, IA 50317 has a population of 38,008 people in 15,132 households with a median age of 38.2 years old.

1.9%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
14,695
Total households as of 2010
5.7%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 38.2 years old. The smallest percentage group is 25-34 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 16%
Black 8%
Other 7%
Asian 4%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 69%, followed by Hispanic at 16%, Black at 8%, and Other at 7%.

Economics
for Des Moines, IA 50317

1,785 /sq mi
Population Density
$61,895 /yr
Median Household Income
$170,000
Median Sales Price
20 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $50-74,999k representing 24.1% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 92%
  • Work from Home 5%
  • Walk or Bike 3%
  • Public Transit 1%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 10,407 65%
Rented 4,725 29%
Vacant 963 6%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 59%
Blue Collar 41%

Family & Education Facts
for Des Moines, IA 50317

38.2 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.5
persons per
household

39.8%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 43%
Some College 19%
Bachelors Degree 12%
Some High School 11%
Associates Degree 10%
Graduate Degree 5%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 43.3% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

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32.3% of households have children

Weather
for Des Moines, IA 50317

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 86° F in July to a low of 11° F in January

86° July
Hottest Average Month
11° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
11°
30°
Feb
16°
35°
Mar
27°
46°
Apr
39°
61°
May
51°
72°
Jun
60°
81°
Jul
65°
86°
Aug
63°
84°
Sep
53°
76°
Oct
42°
65°
Nov
29°
48°
Dec
17°
34°

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Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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