Welcome home to this beautiful South of Grand property that blends classic charm with major, thoughtful updates throughout. Gorgeous hardwood floors, great natural light, and a warm, inviting layout make this home feel special from the moment you walk in.
The main level features two bedrooms plus a spacious primary suite addition complete with a newly added prmary bathroom and walk-in closet. The kitchen has been beautifully remodeled, offering an updated space that still fits the character of the home. The finished basement adds even more usable living space, including a second living area a 3/4 bath and egress window making it easy to add a 4th bedroom or keep as flex space.
The sellers have invested extensively in the home over the years, including a new roof, sewer line replacement, radon mitigation system, kitchen remodel, basement remodel, foundation reinforcement and waterproofing, furnace and A/C replacement, exterior paint, updated windows and front door, remodeled bathrooms, improved insulation, drainage work, deck/patio updates, fencing, and the stunning 2024 primary suite renovation.
Located in one of Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods, this South of Grand home offers character, location, and the peace of mind that comes with over $240,000 in improvements.
Pending
$525,000
213 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50312
3beds
1,540sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
8,929 Square Feet Lot
$507,900 Zestimate®
$341/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Warm inviting layoutWalk-in closetGreat natural lightUpdated windowsSpacious primary suiteNew roofExterior paint
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brett Fine (515)314-8673,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740516
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Egress Windows,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,540
- Total interior livable area: 1,540 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 900
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 8,929 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 162
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 09000553000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $341/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $361,900
- Annual tax amount: $6,334
- Date on market: 5/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$507,900
$483,000 - $533,000
$2,301/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2026 | Pending sale | $525,000$341/sqft |
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| 5/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000$341/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Pending sale | $525,000$341/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+150%$341/sqft |
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| 2/20/2015 | Sold | $210,000-12.5%$136/sqft |
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| 11/6/2014 | Listed for sale | $240,000+71.4%$156/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #444881 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2012 | Sold | $140,000-20%$91/sqft |
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| 1/15/2012 | Listed for sale | $174,900$114/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #394665 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,334 +2.1% | $361,900 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $6,202 -0.4% | $325,700 |
| 2023 | $6,230 +0.8% | $325,700 +19.2% |
| 2022 | $6,180 +1.6% | $273,200 |
| 2021 | $6,084 -3.7% | $273,200 +8.2% |
| 2020 | $6,316 +5.2% | $252,400 |
| 2019 | $6,004 +1.1% | $252,400 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $5,938 | $231,900 |
| 2017 | $5,938 +64.8% | $231,900 +12.7% |
| 2016 | $3,604 | $205,700 +41.4% |
| 2015 | $3,604 -3.8% | $145,500 -0.6% |
| 2014 | $3,748 | $146,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $146,400 -1% |
| 2012 | -- | $147,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $147,900 -2.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $151,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $151,500 +9.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $138,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $138,400 +3.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $133,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $133,500 +9.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $122,040 +3.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $117,560 |
| 2001 | -- | $117,560 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Salisbury Oaks
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Greenwood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50312
- Salisbury Oaks
- 213 42nd St




