3253 Dubuque Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50317
4
Bed
2
Bath
826Sqft
0.16Acre(Lot)
Back on market and the previous buyer’s loss is your gain! This 4-bedroom home represents a 5-year labor of love, offering incredible value and peace of mind for the next owner. The main level features stunning refinished hardwoods and a modern kitchen with trendy floating shelves, sleek countertops, and all-new cabinetry. You will find a bright and clean lower level that serves as a blank canvas, already equipped with a full waterproofing system and dual sump pumps. Exterior highlights include a brand-new concrete driveway from road to garage, new sidewalk and stoop, and a freshly painted 1.5-car detached garage with a new overhead door. Located in a prime NFC-eligible area, this home offers a path to potential forgivable renovation grants and down-payment assistance of up to $15,000 (
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 4Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Daylight, Unfinished -
Flooring Information
Vinyl -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1958 Building Area Total: 826 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Stories: 1 Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 139 x 50 Main Square Feet: 0.16 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.16 Lot Size Square Feet: 6950 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $213500 Cash, Conventional
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 060/05438-000-000 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $2430 Tax Legal Desc: 7F S & ADJ & ALL LOT 5 BLK B GRAY HEIGHTS
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1
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Location Information
Direction: From I-235 head east on University Ave to E33rd St. Turn left (north) on E 33rd and continue to Dubuque Ave. Turn left (west) onto Dubuque--the home will be mid-block on the south side of the street. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3124 Woodbury Circle, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $549,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,428 | 1,428 SqFt |
| 5684 Brookview Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $345,750 | 3 | 2 | 1,321 | 1,321 SqFt |
| 5417 Leyden Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $435,990 | 3 | 2 | 1,800 | 1,800 SqFt |
| 5407 Leyden Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $445,990 | 3 | 2 | 1,870 | 1,870 SqFt |
| 5400 Leyden Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $419,900 | 4 | 3 | 1,504 | 1,504 SqFt |
| 3221 Brook Landing Court, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $445,990 | 3 | 2 | 1,800 | 1,800 SqFt |
| 5680 Brook View Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $361,750 | 3 | 3 | 1,578 | 1,578 SqFt |
| 5664 Brook View Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $432,700 | 5 | 3 | 2,303 | 2,303 SqFt |
| 5672 Brook View Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $382,750 | 5 | 4 | 1,745 | 1,745 SqFt |
| 5668 Brook View Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $345,750 | 3 | 2 | 1,321 | 1,321 SqFt |
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