This lovingly maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick home has been cherished through the years and is ready for its next chapter. Built in 1920, it features beautiful original woodwork throughout, and the solid craftsmanship that makes historic homes so special. The main living area includes a bedroom with a private half bath, perfect for guests, while the remaining two bedrooms and full bath are upstairs. Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard with plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, play, or simply relaxing. A detached two-car garage provides ample parking and storage space.
Located in the heart of Beaverdale, you'll enjoy a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere with easy access to local shops, dining, parks, and community events all within walking distance.
Pending
$280,000
1541 48th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,308sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
7,100 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Solid craftsmanshipBeautiful original woodwork throughout
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Terri Steinmann (515)201-2500,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 743463
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: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,308
- Total interior livable area: 1,308 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 7,100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51 x 139
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10005080000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $268,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,051
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Pending sale | $280,000$214/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #743463 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $280,000+90.5%$214/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #743463 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2013 | Sold | $147,000+30.1%$112/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #418750 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2002 | Sold | $113,000$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,570 +2.1% | $268,000 +12.7% |
| 2024 | $4,474 -1.8% | $237,900 |
| 2023 | $4,554 +0.8% | $237,900 +17.7% |
| 2022 | $4,518 +3.6% | $202,100 |
| 2021 | $4,362 -3.6% | $202,100 +10.2% |
| 2020 | $4,526 +9.6% | $183,400 |
| 2019 | $4,128 +1.2% | $183,400 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $4,080 | $162,100 |
| 2017 | $4,080 +13% | $162,100 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $3,610 | $145,700 |
| 2015 | $3,610 +36.3% | $145,700 +29.7% |
| 2014 | $2,648 | $112,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $112,300 +0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $111,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $111,900 -13.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $129,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $129,100 +8.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $118,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $118,800 -4.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $124,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $124,500 +11% |
| 2003 | -- | $112,120 +11.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $100,510 |
| 2001 | -- | $100,510 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Waveland Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50311
- Waveland Park
- 1541 48th St
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