Charming move-in ready ranch in Des Moines' Northeast side, tucked on a private 0.22-acre lot backed by mature trees. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends classic character with fresh updates throughout, featuring crisp neutral paint, a bright open living and dining area, and beautiful natural light. The functional kitchen offers warm wood cabinetry, ample counter space, and an adjoining dining nook perfect for everyday meals. Both bedrooms are comfortably sized with cozy carpet and generous closet space, while the updated full bath keeps things clean and bright. Downstairs, the partially finished basement adds versatile bonus space with a built-in workstation, ideal for a home office, hobby area, or extra storage. Enjoy peace of mind with central air, gas forced-air heat, and city water and sewer. The standout oversized 2-car detached garage provides plenty of room for vehicles, projects, and toys. Set in the Des Moines Independent School District with easy access to I-235 and downtown, this home is a fantastic value for first-time buyers or investors.
Pending
$170,000
1405 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
822sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
9,888 Square Feet Lot
$171,500 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basementGenerous closet spaceBuilt-in workstationBacked by mature treesCozy carpetBeautiful natural lightCrisp neutral paint
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Darson Grantham (641)745-0156,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742684
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 822
- Total interior livable area: 822 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 9,888 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 122 x 85
Details
- Parcel number: 06005670000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
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: $207/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $176,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,330
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
$171,500
$163,000 - $180,000
$1,311/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Pending sale | $170,000$207/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $170,000+278.6%$207/sqft |
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| 6/15/2018 | Listing removed | $895$1/sqft |
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| 5/29/2018 | Listed for rent | $895$1/sqft |
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| 7/14/2016 | Listing removed | $44,900$55/sqft |
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| 4/13/2016 | Pending sale | $44,900$55/sqft |
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| 4/13/2016 | Listed for sale | $44,900+12%$55/sqft |
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| 12/21/2015 | Sold | $40,100-10.7%$49/sqft |
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| 11/25/2015 | Price change | $44,900-18.2%$55/sqft |
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| 11/12/2015 | Price change | $54,900-15.4%$67/sqft |
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| 11/12/2015 | Pending sale | $64,900$79/sqft |
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| 11/12/2015 | Listed for sale | $64,900-13.4%$79/sqft |
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| 9/28/2015 | Listing removed | $74,900$91/sqft |
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| 7/12/2015 | Price change | $74,900-11.8%$91/sqft |
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| 3/25/2015 | Price change | $84,900-10.5%$103/sqft |
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| 2/26/2015 | Listed for sale | $94,900+37.5%$115/sqft |
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| 1/29/2015 | Sold | $69,000-23.3%$84/sqft |
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| 8/22/2013 | Sold | $90,000-2.7%$109/sqft |
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| 4/25/2013 | Listed for sale | $92,500-2.6%$113/sqft |
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| 7/26/2006 | Sold | $95,000+10.5%$116/sqft |
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| 9/17/2004 | Sold | $86,000+251%$105/sqft |
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| 2/6/2002 | Sold | $24,500$30/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,192 +2% | $176,700 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $3,128 +6.7% | $159,000 |
| 2023 | $2,932 +0.8% | $159,000 +27.8% |
| 2022 | $2,910 +6% | $124,400 |
| 2021 | $2,744 -3.8% | $124,400 +13.1% |
| 2020 | $2,852 +8.9% | $110,000 |
| 2019 | $2,618 +1% | $110,000 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $2,592 | $97,400 |
| 2017 | $2,592 +5.9% | $97,400 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $2,448 | $92,900 |
| 2015 | $2,448 +8.6% | $92,900 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $2,254 | $88,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $88,000 +1% |
| 2012 | -- | $87,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $87,100 -9.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $96,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $96,100 +3.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $92,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $92,800 +12.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $82,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $82,500 +282.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $21,560 -59.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $52,650 |
| 2001 | -- | $52,650 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Gray's Woods
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Stowe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Hoyt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50317
- Gray's Woods
- 1405 E 37th St
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