Storybook charm and exceptional curb appeal define this beautiful 1910 home, featuring gorgeous original woodwork. Filled with character and abundant natural light, the main level offers a spacious bedroom, a full bathroom, and a cozy corner fireplace. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a second full bath. One of the bedrooms includes an adjoining bonus space that’s perfect for a walk-in closet, home office, nursery, or sitting room. Enjoy a private, wooded backyard that provides a peaceful retreat. Conveniently located just five blocks from Beaver Avenue, with easy access to grocery stores, shopping, restaurants, and other everyday amenities.
For sale
$274,500
1231 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,557sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.44 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$176/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy corner fireplaceExceptional curb appealGorgeous original woodworkPeaceful retreatPrivate wooded backyardSpacious bedroomAbundant natural light
- 159 days |
- 405 |
- 43 |
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Listed by:
Michelle Platts (515)822-5687,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 736104
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,557
- Total interior livable area: 1,557 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Dimensions: 89 x 215
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10002434000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
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: $176/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $293,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,540
- Date on market: 3/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 159 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $274,500-3.5%$176/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $284,500+11.6%$183/sqft |
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| 6/14/2024 | Sold | $255,000$164/sqft |
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| 5/7/2024 | Pending sale | $255,000$164/sqft |
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| 5/2/2024 | Price change | $255,000-3.8%$164/sqft |
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| 3/14/2024 | Price change | $265,000-1.8%$170/sqft |
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| 11/28/2023 | Price change | $269,900-3.3%$173/sqft |
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| 9/14/2023 | Price change | $279,000-2.1%$179/sqft |
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| 9/1/2023 | Price change | $285,000-1.4%$183/sqft |
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| 8/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $289,000+24.3%$186/sqft |
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| 5/19/2020 | Sold | $232,500-1.1%$149/sqft |
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| 4/6/2020 | Pending sale | $235,000$151/sqft |
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| 3/31/2020 | Listed for sale | $235,000+108.9%$151/sqft |
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| 10/14/2019 | Listing removed | $112,500$72/sqft |
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| 10/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $112,500+4.2%$72/sqft |
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| 10/11/2019 | Sold | $108,000-4%$69/sqft |
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| 9/17/2019 | Pending sale | $112,500$72/sqft |
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| 9/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $112,500-1.7%$72/sqft |
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| 7/30/2003 | Sold | $114,500+40.5%$74/sqft |
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| 3/16/1999 | Sold | $81,500$52/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,104 +2.1% | $293,900 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $4,998 -3.4% | $264,500 |
| 2023 | $5,176 +0.8% | $264,500 +15.8% |
| 2022 | $5,134 +92.6% | $228,500 |
| 2021 | $2,666 -23.8% | $228,500 +98% |
| 2020 | $3,500 +10.3% | $115,400 -19.7% |
| 2019 | $3,174 +1.2% | $143,800 +13.6% |
| 2018 | $3,136 | $126,600 |
| 2017 | $3,136 +13% | $126,600 +11.1% |
| 2016 | $2,774 | $114,000 |
| 2015 | $2,774 +6.4% | $114,000 +3% |
| 2014 | $2,606 | $110,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $110,700 +0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $110,300 -9.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $122,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $122,200 +8.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $112,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $112,600 -4.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $118,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $118,000 +6.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $110,400 +31.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $83,730 |
| 2001 | -- | $83,730 |
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Neighborhood: Drake
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt 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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