3256 University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317
3 bd 1 ba 1,350 sqft Built 1903 Lot 13,896 sqft single_family
No recorded sales
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 16, 2022 | Sold | $124,000 | DesMoines |
| Sep 30, 2022 | Listed | $135,000 | MLS #661173 |
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $145,200 | $31,800 | $177,000 | $2,436 |
| 2023 | $93,400 | $27,900 | $121,300 | $2,122 |
| 2022 | $66,700 | $23,300 | $90,000 | $2,104 |
| 2021 | $66,700 | $23,300 | $90,000 | $2,038 |
| 2020 | $60,500 | $21,200 | $81,700 | $2,118 |
| 2019 | $60,500 | $21,200 | $81,700 | $2,104 |
| 2018 | $59,600 | $18,700 | $78,300 | $2,082 |
| 2017 | $59,600 | $18,700 | $78,300 | $2,014 |
| 2016 | $56,800 | $17,700 | $74,500 | $1,964 |
| 2015 | $56,800 | $17,700 | $74,500 | $2,000 |
| 2014 | $57,500 | $17,800 | $75,300 | $1,538 |
| 2013 | $57,500 | $17,800 | $75,300 | $1,504 |
| 2012 | $57,000 | $17,800 | $74,800 | $1,416 |
| 2011 | $57,000 | $17,800 | $74,800 | $1,338 |
| 2010 | $55,600 | $18,000 | $73,600 | $1,274 |
| 2009 | $55,600 | $18,000 | $73,600 | $1,238 |
| 2008 | $55,600 | $18,000 | $73,600 | $1,238 |
| 2007 | $55,600 | $18,000 | $73,600 | $1,266 |
Property facts
Year built
1903
Property type
single_family
Stories
2
Beds
3
Baths
1
Living area
1,350 sqft
Lot size
13,896 sqft
ZIP code
50317
City
Des Moines
Street
University Ave
Coordinates
41.60085, -93.55273
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Frequently asked questions
When did 3256 University Ave last sell?
No public-record sale is on file for 3256 University Ave.
What is the current tax assessment for 3256 University Ave?
The most recent total assessment for 3256 University Ave (year 2025) is $177,000 with $2,436 in property tax.
When was 3256 University Ave built?
3256 University Ave was built in 1903.
How does 3256 University Ave compare to others on University Ave?
We track 8 other properties on University Ave. Browse the list under "Other properties on University Ave" to compare beds, baths, and sale history.
What are the property facts for 3256 University Ave?
3256 University Ave is a 3 bed, 1 bath, 1,350 sqft, 13,896 sqft lot single_family.
Is 3256 University Ave a flip candidate?
No — 3256 University Ave does not appear in our flips dataset.
Is 3256 University Ave a tax-appeal candidate?
Yes — 3256 University 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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