2536 Capitol Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317
2 bd 1 ba 824 sqft Built 1905 Lot 4,443 sqft single_family
Most recent sale
$25,000
Jul 29, 2022
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2023 | Listed for rent | $1,195 | AppfolioUnits |
| Sep 21, 2023 | Listed for rent | $1,195 | AppfolioUnits |
| Dec 8, 2022 | Sold | $30,000 | DesMoines |
| Nov 2, 2022 | Listed | $30,000 | DesMoines |
| Jul 29, 2022 | Sold | $25,000 | MLS #654230 |
| Jun 16, 2022 | Listed | $25,000 | MLS #654230 |
| Nov 14, 2012 | Sold | $43,500 | Public Record |
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $62,800 | $17,900 | $80,700 | $1,388 |
| 2023 | $53,900 | $15,200 | $69,100 | $1,768 |
| 2022 | $62,500 | $12,500 | $75,000 | $2,186 |
| 2021 | $62,500 | $12,500 | $75,000 | $1,632 |
| 2020 | $54,400 | $11,000 | $65,400 | $2,259 |
| 2019 | $54,400 | $11,000 | $65,400 | $1,538 |
| 2018 | $47,800 | $9,400 | $57,200 | $1,522 |
| 2017 | $47,800 | $9,400 | $57,200 | $1,450 |
| 2016 | $44,800 | $8,800 | $53,600 | $1,412 |
| 2015 | $44,800 | $8,800 | $53,600 | $1,154 |
| 2014 | $43,300 | $8,800 | $52,100 | $1,734 |
| 2013 | $40,800 | $8,800 | $49,600 | $1,752 |
| 2012 | $60,000 | $10,000 | $70,000 | $1,748 |
| 2011 | $64,200 | $10,000 | $74,200 | $1,664 |
| 2010 | $67,400 | $10,900 | $78,300 | $1,594 |
| 2009 | $67,400 | $10,900 | $78,300 | $1,556 |
| 2008 | $66,500 | $10,800 | $77,300 | $1,556 |
| 2007 | $66,500 | $10,800 | $77,300 | $1,214 |
Property facts
Year built
1905
Property type
single_family
Stories
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Beds
2
Baths
1
Living area
824 sqft
Lot size
4,443 sqft
ZIP code
50317
City
Des Moines
Street
Capitol Ave
Coordinates
41.59474, -93.56863
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Estimates based on local averages — not personalized adviceEstimated monthly rent
$150
Gross rental yield
7.20%
Implied cap rate
4.68%
Trend-extrapolated value
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Frequently asked questions
When did 2536 Capitol Ave last sell?
2536 Capitol Ave most recently sold on Jul 29, 2022 for $25,000.
What is the current tax assessment for 2536 Capitol Ave?
The most recent total assessment for 2536 Capitol Ave (year 2025) is $80,700 with $1,388 in property tax.
How does 2536 Capitol Ave's assessment compare to its last sale price?
The current assessment is 222.8% above the last sale price of $25,000.
When was 2536 Capitol Ave built?
2536 Capitol Ave was built in 1905.
How does 2536 Capitol Ave compare to others on Capitol Ave?
We track 8 other properties on Capitol Ave. Browse the list under "Other properties on Capitol Ave" to compare beds, baths, and sale history.
What are the property facts for 2536 Capitol Ave?
2536 Capitol Ave is a 2 bed, 1 bath, 824 sqft, 4,443 sqft lot single_family.
Is 2536 Capitol Ave a flip candidate?
Yes — 2536 Capitol Ave appears in our flips dataset, indicating it sold twice within a short window with a notable price change.
Is 2536 Capitol Ave a tax-appeal candidate?
Yes — 2536 Capitol Ave appears in our tax-appeal candidates list, meaning its current assessment exceeds its recent sale price by 15% or more.
Forecast for this area
ZIP-area linear projection — not a per-property automated valuationQuarterly trend
-1.6%
Implied 1-yr
-6.5%
2026 Q3
$201.6K
2026 Q4
$197.9K
ZIP 50317 — Median Price History + Forecast
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