Welcome to this cozy and well-maintained home, perfectly situated just steps from the scenic Waveland Golf Course. Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this property offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. You'll love the privacy of the fully fenced yard, complete with a tall privacy fence ideal for relaxing evenings or letting pets roam freely. Inside, the home boasts a warm, inviting layout with plenty of natural light and character throughout. The basement has recently been professionally waterproofed, giving you peace of mind and additional usable space for storage, a home gym, or future finishing touches. Don't miss your chance to live across from one of the city's most beloved golf courses in a home that's move-in ready and full of potential! Tree and fence will be fixed by sellers.
Sold for $209,000
$209,000
1040 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
762sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$207,300 Zestimate®
$274/sqft
$1,416 Estimated rent
Home value
$207,300
$195,000 - $220,000
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Listed by:
Tyler Timp (515)953-8854,
LPT Realty, LLC,
Kyle Clarkson 515-554-2249,
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Mason Good
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 715719
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 762
- Total interior livable area: 762 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 6,621 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 09003257000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $209,000-1.4%$274/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #715719 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Pending sale | $212,000$278/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Price change | $212,000-1.4%$278/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000+31.2%$282/sqft |
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| 5/12/2023 | Sold | $163,900$215/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #665030 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2023 | Pending sale | $163,900$215/sqft |
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| 4/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $163,900$215/sqft |
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| 4/5/2023 | Pending sale | $163,900$215/sqft |
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| 4/3/2023 | Price change | $163,900+13.9%$215/sqft |
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| 3/6/2023 | Pending sale | $143,900$189/sqft |
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| 2/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $143,900-10%$189/sqft |
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| 12/29/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $159,900$210/sqft |
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| 12/22/2022 | Pending sale | $159,900$210/sqft |
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| 12/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $159,900+28.4%$210/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2018 | Listing removed | $1,200$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,200$2/sqft |
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| 11/19/2017 | Listing removed | $1,200$2/sqft |
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| 11/6/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,200$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2014 | Listing removed | $124,500$163/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #439514 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2014 | Listed for sale | $124,500-0.4%$163/sqft |
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| 3/11/2014 | Listing removed | $125,000$164/sqft |
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| 11/7/2013 | Price change | $125,000-3.8%$164/sqft |
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| 8/29/2013 | Listed for sale | $129,900+0.3%$170/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2007 | Sold | $129,500+103.9%$170/sqft |
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| 9/26/1997 | Sold | $63,500$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,340 +2.2% | $196,500 +11.3% |
| 2024 | $3,268 -6.3% | $176,600 |
| 2023 | $3,486 +0.8% | $176,600 +19.4% |
| 2022 | $3,460 +0.3% | $147,900 |
| 2021 | $3,448 -3.7% | $147,900 +7% |
| 2020 | $3,582 +6.7% | $138,200 |
| 2019 | $3,356 +1% | $138,200 +10.6% |
| 2018 | $3,322 | $124,900 |
| 2017 | $3,322 +29.9% | $124,900 +28.6% |
| 2016 | $2,558 | $97,100 |
| 2015 | $2,558 +19.4% | $97,100 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $2,142 | $92,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $92,600 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $92,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $92,700 -2.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $95,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $95,300 -8.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $103,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $103,800 +9.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $94,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $94,700 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $86,090 +12.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $76,410 |
| 2001 | -- | $76,410 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Waveland Woods
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Des Moines
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- 1040 56th St
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