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$557,543$317 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $575,000 on Feb 19, 2025

5609 ROSE AVE

DES MOINES, IA 50321
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,758 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$558K
$514K low$601K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$575,000 · Feb 19, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,702 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$572,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$147,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$425,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$500,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$572,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 50 ft²Patio · 290 ft²Porch · 265 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Brody Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
E
Jefferson Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Lincoln High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Des Moines Independent Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50321These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,677
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.714 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,131
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,054
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

5609 Rose Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in Des Moines 50321
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Des Moines 50321
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Des Moines 50321

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50321

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$150K$790K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Des Moines 50321.

How it measures up in Des Moines 50321

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Moines 50321.

Estimated value$557,543
CheaperTypical $355,262Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$317
CheaperTypical $194Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,758 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,856 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 5609 Rose Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDes Moines 50321Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$557,54392% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31797% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,758 ft²44% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac55% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than201997% of homes94% of homes

About 5609 Rose Ave

How much is 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA is $557,543 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $513,726 to $601,360. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA last sell?

5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA last sold on Feb 19, 2025 for $575,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA?

5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,758 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA built?

5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA?

5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA is assigned to Brody Middle School (middle), rated F; Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Lincoln High School (high), rated F. All sit in Des Moines Independent Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50321?

Among the 2,120 homes in Des Moines 50321, it is worth more than 92% of them ($557,543 against a typical $355,262), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($317 against a typical $194), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,758 ft² against a typical 1,856 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2019 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 92% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5609 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA was $4,702. The county assessed it at $572,800.

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