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3516 Iola AvenueDes Moines, IA 50312

Single Family · 4 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 1 Half Bath · 1,871 Sq. ft. | 0.18 Acres
$287,800 Pending
Brokerage Compensation
  • Broker Compensation: 3.00%

3516 Iola Avenue Overview

Time on Site:
123 days
Visits:
409

Welcome to this charming 1923 Craftsman home filled w/ original character & modern updates. Offering 1,871 sq ft for family & guests. The living room features original oak hardwood floors, wood trim & a wood-burning fireplace w/ built-ins. The formal dining room is perfect for hosting. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, granite countertops & a tin backsplash w/ 19th-century charm. Off the kitchen, the breakfast nook is ideal for quiet mornings & serves as a mudroom w/ deck access. The main-floor bedroom offers a spacious closet & updated dbl-hung windows. The master bath was renovated in 2025 w/ luxury vinyl flooring & gold fixtures. Upstairs, a sun-filled office w/ built-in desk & balcony welcomes you. A bright living area nearby. All 3 upstairs bedrooms feature large closets & connecting access. Updated dbl-hung & casement windows provide airflow. A dormer room is perfect for nursery or playroom. A ½ bath sits just outside the bedrooms, w/ unfinished attic space for expansion. The unfinished basement offers space for laundry, workouts, hobbies & storage, plus walkout access to the deck & shaded yard. The 2-level deck spans 600+ sq ft & leads to a gravel play or garden area. A shed adds storage & a privacy fence surrounds the backyard. Perennials bloom each May in front. Exterior updates include new paint (2023) & roof/gutters (2021). Located 1 block south of historic Kingman Blvd w/ quick access to I-235, Grand, Ingersoll & downtown Des Moines. NFC Financing.

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3516 Iola Avenue Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 1,871
  • Price/Sq.ft. $154
  • Lot 0.18 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: false

School Information

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1923

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Polk
  • MLS Area Major: Des Moines West
  • Postal City: Des Moines

Rent/Lease Information

  • Lease Considered: false

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4809.0

General Information

  • Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
  • Parcel Number: 09003860000000
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: false
  • Zoning: N5

Interior

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4

Building Interior

  • Building Area Total: 1871.0

General Information

  • Appliances: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: true
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile,Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Living Area: 1871.0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.182
  • Lot Size Area: 0.182
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 55X144
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7920.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Water Source: Public

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

General Information

  • Exterior Features: Deck,Play Structure,Storage
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

3516 Iola Avenue Neighborhood

Community

50312 (Des Moines) Demographics

42
Median Age
2,712
Population Density (per sq. mile)
67%
College Educated
$66,194
Estimated Median Income
4,859
Estimated Total Home Owners
3,045
Estimated Total Renters
61% / 39%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

3516 Iola Avenue Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

3516 Iola Avenue Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$494,202
Average List Price
$258
Average Price per Square Foot
26
Properties Sold
77
Average Days on Market
117
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

3516 Iola Avenue History

Date Event Value Agent
6/12/2026Source: Des Moines Area Status Change
Pending
Jamie Smith
Listing Agent
5/15/2026Source: Des Moines Area Price Reduction
$287,800 -3.4%
Jamie Smith
Listing Agent
5/1/2026Source: Des Moines Area Status Change
Active
Jamie Smith
Listing Agent
4/17/2026Source: Des Moines Area Status Change
Pending
Jamie Smith
Listing Agent
2/26/2026Source: Des Moines Area Added to Database
February 26, 2026
Jamie Smith
Listing Agent
Listing provided courtesy of Iowa Realty Beaverdale- MLS# 735157MLS ProviderContact Information: 515-453-6330