Welcome home! This property is a must-see, offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile den or office space that can easily be tailored to fit your lifestyle and needs. The home has been thoughtfully updated by the Seller and features a number of great additions, including a lower-level full bathroom and 2-car garage, along with an inviting 3-season porch, finished basement, and full-length concrete driveway. Some of these improvements are not reflected in the assessor records, and buyers are encouraged to independently verify improvements to their satisfaction. Conveniently located just off I-235, this home offers easy access to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and everyday amenities. With comfortable living spaces, useful updates, and a convenient location, this home is ready for its next owner to move in, settle in, and make it their own!
Waveland Woods, located between University Avenue and Grand Avenue, is a residential and park-adjacent Des Moines neighborhood with mature tree canopy and winding streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Waveland Golf Course clubhouse area near Forest Avenue, where walkers, cyclists, and golfers share the edges of fairways and shaded sidewalks. Brick colonials, mid-century ranches, and tidy bungalows set a calm architectural rhythm behind deep lawns. Waveland Cafe serves as a local standby for breakfast plates and counter conversation. Greenwood Park and the Des Moines Art Center add green space and culture within a short drive.
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Market insights
5919 Rutland Dr · $231,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 28 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$231,000
Median sale price in this area is $323,937. (40% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Finished basement
Bedrooms
One main-level bedroom
Bathrooms
One three-quarter bathroom
Kitchen
Stove
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Heating & cooling
Ductless cooling
Ductless electric heating
Exterior features
Concrete road frontage
50 x 224 lot dimensions
Approximately 0.257-acre lot
Residential zoning
Home design
Single-story home
Construction
Vinyl siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Below-grade finished area
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Financial info
Annual taxes listed
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Investors, here is a solid home with some TLC can be a great addition to you portfolio. It has 2 large bedrooms and a large living room. This also has a solid kitchen. All of this in a quiet neighborhood.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,394 (+2.2%)
$57,100 + $142,900
$200,000
2024
$3,322 (−0.6%)
$50,400 + $128,900
$179,300
2023
$3,342 (+0.8%)
$50,400 + $128,900
$179,300
2022
$3,316 (−5.5%)
$43,400 + $107,300
$150,700
2021
$3,508 (−3.8%)
$43,400 + $107,300
$150,700
2020
$3,646 (+26.2%)
$43,400 + $107,300
$150,700
2019
$2,890 (+1.0%)
$40,200 + $100,400
$140,600
2018
$2,860 (+10.9%)
$40,200 + $100,400
$140,600
2017
$2,578 (+19.0%)
$35,600 + $71,900
$107,500
2016
$2,166 (+7.5%)
$31,000 + $64,300
$95,300
2013
$2,014
$28,800 + $61,400
$90,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
224 ft.
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
840
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
840
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
09000449000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N3B
Neighborhood District
N3b is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s through 1970s typically in the ranch, split-level, or cottage style pursuant to House B building type in section 135-2.14 of this code and House C in section 135- 2.15 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
May 26, 2022 • Final
Row - sidewalk and approach
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Des Moines, IA • 50311
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
4.1 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 5919 Rutland Dr
$230,902
$98 under list price of $231K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $215K to $240K.