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1617 College AvenueDes Moines, IA 50314

Single Family · 4 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 1,276 Sq. ft. | 0.21 Acres
$270,000 Active

1617 College Avenue Overview

Time on Site:
130 days
Visits:
3

This is a nice house for a first time home buyer or if you are looking an investment property. This house features 3 bedroom & 1 bathroom updated in the last couple of years. The plumbing & electrical systems were replace in 2016, The Central A/C unit was replaced in the Summer 2025 and the basement was waterproofed in November 2025. The front deck was also replaced recently.

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1617 College Avenue Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 1,276
  • Price/Sq.ft. $212
  • Lot 0.21 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: false

School Information

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1891

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Polk
  • MLS Area Major: Des Moines N.West
  • Postal City: Des Moines

Rent/Lease Information

  • Lease Considered: false

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2586.0

General Information

  • Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional
  • Parcel Number: 08004975000000
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: false
  • Zoning: n5

Interior

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 4

Building Interior

  • Building Area Total: 1276.0

General Information

  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Living Area: 1276.0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Exterior

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.212
  • Lot Size Area: 0.212
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 66X140
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9240.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Source: Public

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

General Information

  • Sewer: Public Sewer

1617 College Avenue Neighborhood

Community

50314 (Des Moines) Demographics

30
Median Age
4,363
Population Density (per sq. mile)
25%
College Educated
$39,370
Estimated Median Income
1,512
Estimated Total Home Owners
2,390
Estimated Total Renters
39% / 61%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
3
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

1617 College Avenue Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

1617 College Avenue Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$226,821
Average List Price
$149
Average Price per Square Foot
9
Properties Sold
121
Average Days on Market
47
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

1617 College Avenue History

Date Event Value Agent
2/19/2026Source: Des Moines Area Added to Database
February 19, 2026
Listing provided courtesy of Century 21 Signature- MLS# 734771MLS ProviderContact Information: (515) 708-1699