5501 University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
3 bd 2 ba 850 sqft Built 1925 Lot 5,793 sqft single_family
No recorded sales
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
No recorded events
No sale or listing events are on file for this property.
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $97,300 | $32,200 | $129,500 | $2,194 |
| 2023 | $80,900 | $28,400 | $109,300 | $2,258 |
| 2022 | $70,200 | $25,600 | $95,800 | $2,240 |
| 2021 | $70,200 | $25,600 | $95,800 | $2,114 |
| 2020 | $61,900 | $22,800 | $84,700 | $2,196 |
| 2019 | $61,900 | $22,800 | $84,700 | $2,016 |
| 2018 | $55,100 | $19,900 | $75,000 | $1,996 |
| 2017 | $55,100 | $19,900 | $75,000 | $1,774 |
| 2016 | $48,200 | $17,400 | $65,600 | $1,728 |
| 2015 | $48,200 | $17,400 | $65,600 | $1,624 |
| 2014 | $45,100 | $16,000 | $61,100 | $1,564 |
| 2013 | $45,100 | $16,000 | $61,100 | $1,806 |
| 2012 | $55,100 | $17,800 | $72,900 | $1,720 |
| 2011 | $55,100 | $17,800 | $72,900 | $1,716 |
| 2010 | $58,300 | $18,600 | $76,900 | $1,634 |
| 2009 | $58,300 | $18,600 | $76,900 | $1,532 |
| 2008 | $56,400 | $17,900 | $74,300 | $1,496 |
| 2007 | $56,400 | $17,900 | $74,300 | $1,366 |
Property facts
Year built
1925
Property type
single_family
Stories
—
Beds
3
Baths
2
Living area
850 sqft
Lot size
5,793 sqft
ZIP code
50311
City
Des Moines
Street
University Ave
Coordinates
41.60068, -93.69324
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Frequently asked questions
When did 5501 University Ave last sell?
No public-record sale is on file for 5501 University Ave.
What is the current tax assessment for 5501 University Ave?
The most recent total assessment for 5501 University Ave (year 2025) is $129,500 with $2,194 in property tax.
When was 5501 University Ave built?
5501 University Ave was built in 1925.
How does 5501 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 5501 University Ave?
5501 University Ave is a 3 bed, 2 bath, 850 sqft, 5,793 sqft lot single_family.
Is 5501 University Ave a flip candidate?
No — 5501 University Ave does not appear in our flips dataset.
Is 5501 University Ave a tax-appeal candidate?
No — 5501 University Ave is not currently flagged as a tax-appeal candidate.
Forecast for this area
ZIP-area linear projection — not a per-property automated valuationQuarterly trend
-1.8%
Implied 1-yr
-7.0%
2026 Q3
$210K
2026 Q4
$205.8K
ZIP 50311 — Median Price History + Forecast
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