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739 53rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

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For Sale
Sale Pending

$550,000

3 beds • 2 baths • 2,839 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 3,733 /mo. †

6.63% APR for 30 yrs.
$10,965 in taxes
Change Loan Terms

  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $193.73
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

  • Fireplace
    Heating System

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This beautiful home is nestled in the tall oak trees of the coveted Waterbury neighborhood in Des Moines. Unlike many old Des Moines homes, this one features a 3 car heated garage. The lot is almost a half acre and has ample parking for guests off the alley. The dead end street equates to less car traffic. The moment you walk in the home, you'll revel in the character of the arched doorways, hardwood floors, elegant built-ins and crown molding. The exquisite dining room and living room flank the beautiful front entry. The main floor also features a sun room perfectly designed for you and a good book. You'll love the den with tall ceilings, beams, wet bar and gas fireplace. It's the perfect place to entertain guests or enjoy a cozy winter night. The character and hardwood floors extend to the upper level with 3 nicely-sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. Basement makes an excellent work out room and even has a shower!The current seller has meticulously cared for the home for 20 years.
MLS# 711085

Courtesy Of Keller Williams Greater Des Moines

(515) 334-4900

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Patio, Wet Bar
  • Appliances
    Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Exterior Type
    Brick
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Floor Covering
    Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating System
    Fireplace
  • Lot Size
    0.43 Acres
  • Roof Type
    Asphalt

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  • Principle and Interest
    $2,819
  • Property Taxes
    $913
  • Hazard Insurance
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  • Total Monthly Payment:
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Schools

Hanawalt Elementary School

Grades KG-5 Public School

Des Moines, IA 50312 0.8 miles
225 56th st

340 total students
14:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Merrill Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Des Moines, IA 50312 0.5 miles
5301 grand ave

750 total students
18:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Roosevelt High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Des Moines, IA 50312 0.6 miles
4419 center st

2086 total students
30:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D+

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Hubbell Elementary School 0.8 miles Public KG-5 D
Windsor Elementary School 0.8 miles Public KG-5 C
St Augustin Catholic School 0.9 miles Private PK-8
St Theresa Catholic School 0.9 miles Private PK-8
Airazi Academy 1 miles Private PK-3
Bergman Academy 1.1 miles Private PK-8
Greenwood Elementary School 1.3 miles Public KG-5 C
Perkins Elementary School 1.3 miles Public KG-5 D+
Walnut Creek Campus 1.3 miles Public 9-12 F
Hillside Elementary 1.4 miles Public KG-6 B
Cowles Montessori School 1.4 miles Public EE-8 A
Mt Olive Lutheran School 1.5 miles Private PK-8
Callanan Middle School 1.6 miles Public 6-8 C
Ruby Van Meter 1.7 miles Public KG-12
Hills Elementary School 1.7 miles Public KG-5 D-
Dowling Catholic High School 1.8 miles Private 9-12
Clive Learning Academy 1.9 miles Public PK-6 B

Hubbell Elementary School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D

Windsor Elementary School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C

St Augustin Catholic School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

St Theresa Catholic School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Airazi Academy

Distance: 1 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-3

Bergman Academy

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Greenwood Elementary School

Distance: 1.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C

Perkins Elementary School

Distance: 1.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D+

Walnut Creek Campus

Distance: 1.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

F

Hillside Elementary

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-6

B

Cowles Montessori School

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: EE-8

A

Mt Olive Lutheran School

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Callanan Middle School

Distance: 1.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

C

Ruby Van Meter

Distance: 1.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-12

Hills Elementary School

Distance: 1.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D-

Dowling Catholic High School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

Clive Learning Academy

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-6

B

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Local area information for Des Moines, IA 50312

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Des Moines, IA 50312

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

86° July
Hottest Average Month
12° January
Coldest Average Month
8,007 Total Households in Area
1.6% Increase in population since the year 2010
22.9%
of households
have children
14 minutes
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)

Demographic facts
for Des Moines, IA 50312

Des Moines, IA 50312 has a population of 16,661 people in 8,007 households with a median age of 39.6 years old.

1.6%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
7,789
Total households as of 2010
5.8%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 39.6 years old. The smallest percentage group is 25-34 years and the largest percentage is the 75-84 years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 81%
Black 7%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 3%
Other 2%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 81%, followed by Black at 7%, Hispanic at 5%, and Asian at 3%.

Economics
for Des Moines, IA 50312

2,878 /sq mi
Population Density
$82,139 /yr
Median Household Income
$250,000
Median Sales Price
14 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 15.72% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 79%
  • Work from Home 15%
  • Walk or Bike 5%
  • Public Transit 1%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 4,683 54%
Rented 3,325 39%
Vacant 602 7%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 86%
Blue Collar 14%

Family & Education Facts
for Des Moines, IA 50312

39.6 Median Age

Average Household Size

2
persons per
household

33.6%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Bachelors Degree 35%
Graduate Degree 27%
High School Graduate 15%
Some College 15%
Associates Degree 7%
Some High School 2%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Bachelors Degree, representing 34.67% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
22.9% of households have children

Weather
for Des Moines, IA 50312

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 86° F in July to a low of 12° F in January

86° July
Hottest Average Month
12° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
12°
30°
Feb
16°
35°
Mar
27°
46°
Apr
40°
61°
May
51°
73°
Jun
61°
81°
Jul
65°
86°
Aug
63°
84°
Sep
54°
76°
Oct
42°
65°
Nov
29°
48°
Dec
17°
34°

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Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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