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  • Price cut: $5.1K (10/28)
    $319,900

    1147 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

    5beds
    2,048sqft
    : 
    $2,320/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1910
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $318,100 Zestimate®
    $156/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Character-filled american foursquareHalf bathWalk-in closetFenced backyardGarden potentialDining areaEat-in kitchen
    BIG BUYER INCENTIVE! Seller willing to pay for a 2-1 temporary interest rate buydown with an acceptable offer! Enjoy a reduced interest rate for the first two years, subject to lender approval and financing guidelines. Step into something special at 1147 36th St. in Des Moines' Drake Neighborhood! This character-filled American Foursquare offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and over 2,600 finished sq ft across four levels. The main floor features a spacious living room, dining area, eat-in kitchen, bedroom, half bath and laundry. Upstairs are three bedrooms, including a primary suite with private bath and walk-in closet. The finished attic adds flexible space for an office, studio or potential 6th bedroom. The basement has its own entrance, bedroom, living area, galley kitchen, full bath and laundry, offering potential for extended living or rental use, subject to local requirements. Previously used as a vacation rental and home to a small business, this property offers incredible versatility. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, garden potential, front and rear off-street parking and possible future garage space. Near Drake University, shopping, dining and interstate access. Eligible for Neighborhood Finance Corporation and Invest DSM program funds; buyer and project qualifications apply.
    191 days
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    Listed by:

    Ryan Rohlf 515-442-0625,

    Keller Williams Legacy Group

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 70047MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Basement: Full
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,048
      • Total interior livable area: 2,048 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 600

      Property

      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Fencing: Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 148
      Details
      • Parcel number: 09003303000000
      • Zoning: Res
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Other
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Tile
      Condition
      • Year built: 1910

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Des Moines

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $156/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $281,100
      • Annual tax amount: $5,136
      • Date on market: 4/30/2026
      • Road surface type: Hard Surface

        Estimated market value

        $318,100

        $302,000 - $334,000

        $2,451/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/28/2026Price change$319,900-1.6%$156/sqft
        Source: CIBR #70047 Report a problem
        10/1/2026Price change$325,000-3%$159/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739689 Report a problem
        8/25/2026Price change$335,000-1.5%$164/sqft
        Source: CIBR #70047 Report a problem
        7/13/2026Price change$340,000-1.4%$166/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739689 Report a problem
        6/1/2026Price change$345,000-1.4%$168/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739689 Report a problem
        4/30/2026Listed for sale$350,000+45.8%$171/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739689 Report a problem
        5/12/2022Sold$240,000-9.4%$117/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #639713 Report a problem
        12/30/2021Pending sale$265,000$129/sqft
        Source: CIBR #58813 Report a problem
        12/3/2021Price change$265,000-5.3%$129/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #639713 Report a problem
        11/16/2021Price change$279,900+0.3%$137/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Central #639713 Report a problem
        11/16/2021Price change$279,000-0.3%$136/sqft
        Source: CIBR #58813 Report a problem
        11/16/2021Price change$279,900-3.1%$137/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #639713 Report a problem
        10/23/2021Price change$288,900-3.4%$141/sqft
        Source: CIBR #58813 Report a problem
        10/14/2021Listed for sale$299,000$146/sqft
        Source: CIBR #58813 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,136 +2.1%$281,100 +9.9%
        2024$5,032 +14.7%$255,800
        2023$4,386 +5.8%$255,800 +37.5%
        2022$4,144 +5.3%$186,100
        2021$3,936 -3.6%$186,100 +11.9%
        2020$4,084 +10.6%$166,300
        2019$3,692 +1.2%$166,300 +14%
        2018$3,650 $145,900
        2017$3,650 +10.5%$145,900 +8.8%
        2016$3,304 $134,100
        2015$3,304 +14.8%$134,100 +10.6%
        2014$2,878 $121,300
        2013-- $121,300 +0.2%
        2012-- $121,000
        2011-- $121,000 +0.7%
        2010-- $120,200
        2009-- $120,200 -3.4%
        2008-- $124,400
        2007-- $124,400 +17%
        2006-- $106,300
        2005-- $106,300 +6.5%
        2003-- $99,770 +17.7%
        2002-- $84,800
        2001-- $84,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Drake

        Getting around

        64 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        37 / 100
        Some Transit
        54 / 100
        Bikeable

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