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5638 University Ave

Des Moines IA 50311

3
1
1417 sq. ft.
8106 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Last sold for $225,000
John WeilJohn Weil, last sold this property on 08 May 2026 after 62 days on market.

Overview

This charmer on the West side of Des Moines awaits with spacious layout, large fully fenced yard and many updates from current owners. Enjoy all new flooring, refreshed paint and cabinets, a new roof (2022) and a revived outdoor space for your entertainment. Main level features living room with new windows and trim, tons of natural light, and enough room for the full family. Large dining area is highlighted by a bench window, and transitions into a nicely updated kitchen with quartz counters, subway tile backsplash and decorative stamped tin tile ceiling. Secondary bedroom/office space completes main floor. Upstairs you will find a the primary bedroom with dual closets and windows galore. Bright and airy 2nd bedroom w/ walk-in closet, and a full bathroom round out upper floor. Head outside to your private rear yard with new deck/patio, a storage shed with electric heater and room to roam. Great curb appeal with full surround picket fence and additional deck out front. Don't miss it! All information obtained from seller and public records.

Features

3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
1417 sq. ft. floor area
8106 sq. ft. lot size
Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom single-family properties sold in Des Moines over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 5638 University Ave is $252.5k.

Median value
$252.5k
Estimated value range
$66k - $645k
Median days on market
7
Estimated value trend
-4%
decrease over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Des Moines. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 5638 University Ave

2026
Sold
$225,000
08 May 2026 by John Weil, of RE/MAX Precision
2019
Sold
$152,000
31 May 2019 by Tonja Schira, of Iowa Realty - Jordan Grove

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90%
90% of sellers in Des Moines reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Des Moines stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 6 reviews in Des Moines over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 3 bedroom single-family properties in Des Moines

In the last 12 months, 71 three-bedroom single-family properties similar to 5638 University Ave, have been sold.

This represents a 13% increase in three-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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