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1633 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309

2beds
3baths
1,872sqft
$394,900
$211price/sqft
$3,553/moest. monthly cost
$142,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Experience the energy and excitement of downtown DSM living in this stylish 3 level townhome at 1633 Grand Ave. Just steps from the city's best attractions, you'll love being part of the vibrant downtown lifestyle-enjoy the nationally recognized Downtown Farmer's Market, the renowned Des Moines Art Festival and summer evenings filled with fireworks. Restaurants, entertainment and cultural destinations are all just moments away. A standout feature of this home is the expansive rooftop patio. This incredible outdoor space extends from the front of the home wrapping around to the back, offering the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing and enjoying the city atmosphere. The 3rd level w/bar opens directly to the rooftop, making indoor-outdoor gatherings effortless. Inside, the home has fresh interior paint throughout and new main level flooring. It features 1,872 sq' finished, 2 large bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths and second floor laundry. New roof, newer furnace and air, new storm doors and new garage opener. No rental restrictions. If you're looking for a home that combines urban energy, outdoor entertaining, and low maintenance living, this downtown DSM townhome delivers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity!!!!All information obtained from seller and public records.

Getting Around

75
WalkingVery Walkable
53
TransitGood Transit
56
BikeBikeable

Schools

6/10
Downtown SchoolGrades K-50.2 mi
3/10
Callanan Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.1 mi
4/10
Roosevelt High SchoolGrades 9-122.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2015

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured,Slab
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Construction materials: Brick,Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Two Story
  • Property subType: Townhouse,Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
  • Laundry features: Upper Level

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Dining Area,Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Tile

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,872
  • Total interior livable area: 1,872 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 03000094009000
  • Zoning: DX2

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: Deck

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,179 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Strong Wind
Tornado
Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,996$23,952
Home Insurance *$1,264$15,168
Property Taxes $154$1,848
Electricity $139$1,675
Total$3,553$42,636
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$121,817/yr
40% on housing$106,590/yr
45% on housing$94,746/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,021Commercial: 22
Total Premiums$1.14M
Total Exposure$85.68M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 12.2%
12.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.3%
-2.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$211This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 50309$191
Polk County$193

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 50309$70
Polk County$213

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-13Price change$410,000
2026-03-10Listed for sale$424,900
2017-09-21Sold$329,000
2016-04-26Sold$326,529

For Sale by Agent

AgentLisa Davis
BrokerageRE/MAX Precision

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