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    • Price cut: $10K (4/23)
    $274,500

    1231 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

    3beds
    1,557sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1910
    0.44 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $176/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Corner fireplaceGreat period woodworkLots of characterNatural light
    Storybook home with curb appeal galore! Built in 1910 this home has great period woodwork with updates. Lots of character and natural light. Main floor has bedroom, full bathroom and corner fireplace. 2nd floor has 2 bedroom and full bath. One bedroom has a bonus area connected that could be a large walk-in closet, office, nursery, etc. The backyard is wooded and private. Approximately 5 blocks from Beaver Ave and amenities, grocery store, shopping, restaurants, etc.
    113 days
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    535
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Michelle Platts (515)822-5687,

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 736104MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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      Facts & 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: 113 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

        DateEventPrice
        4/23/2026Price change$274,500-3.5%$176/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #736104 Report a problem
        3/12/2026Listed for sale$284,500+11.6%$183/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #736104 Report a problem
        6/14/2024Sold$255,000$164/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #680462 Report a problem
        5/7/2024Pending sale$255,000$164/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #680462 Report a problem
        5/2/2024Price change$255,000-3.8%$164/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #680462 Report a problem
        3/14/2024Price change$265,000-1.8%$170/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #680462 Report a problem
        11/28/2023Price change$269,900-3.3%$173/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #680462 Report a problem
        9/14/2023Price change$279,000-2.1%$179/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #680462 Report a problem
        9/1/2023Price change$285,000-1.4%$183/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #680462 Report a problem
        8/18/2023Listed for sale$289,000+24.3%$186/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #680462 Report a problem
        5/19/2020Sold$232,500-1.1%$149/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #602236 Report a problem
        4/6/2020Pending sale$235,000$151/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Revolution #602236 Report a problem
        3/31/2020Listed for sale$235,000+108.9%$151/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Revolution #602236 Report a problem
        10/14/2019Listing removed$112,500$72/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #591270 Report a problem
        10/14/2019Listed for sale$112,500+4.2%$72/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #591270 Report a problem
        10/11/2019Sold$108,000-4%$69/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #591270 Report a problem
        9/17/2019Pending sale$112,500$72/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #591270 Report a problem
        9/15/2019Listed for sale$112,500-1.7%$72/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #591270 Report a problem
        7/30/2003Sold$114,500+40.5%$74/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/16/1999Sold$81,500$52/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax 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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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Drake

        Getting around

        66 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        37 / 100
        Some Transit
        44 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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