For sale

$169,900

2406 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

2beds

756sqft

$1,339/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1924

6,316 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$225/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Updated bathroomMain-floor laundryComfortable living space

Cute as can be and ready to move right in! This charming 2-bedroom bungalow has been nicely updated while offering an easy, functional floor plan. The main level features an updated kitchen with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, comfortable living space, two bedrooms, an updated bathroom and the convenience of main-floor laundry. Neutral finishes and updated flooring make it easy to add your own personal style. Outside, enjoy the deck plus a spacious 2-car detached garage with plenty of room for parking, storage or projects. The unfinished basement provides even more storage. Whether you're looking for your first home, looking to downsize or simply want something that's easy to maintain, this little bungalow is worth a look!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Eat-in Kitchen
Basement: Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 756
Total interior livable area: 756 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 6,316 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 126
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 06003983000000
Zoning: N3A

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1924

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: $225/sqft
Tax assessed value: $188,100
Annual tax amount: $3,452
Date on market: 9/9/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/9/2026	Listed for sale	$169,900+23.6%$225/sqft
Source: DMMLS #748917 Report a problem
1/7/2020	Listing removed	$137,500$182/sqft
Source: Space Simply #591411 Report a problem
1/7/2020	Listed for sale	$137,500$182/sqft
Source: Space Simply #591411 Report a problem
1/6/2020	Sold	$137,500$182/sqft
Source: DMMLS #591411 Report a problem
12/7/2019	Pending sale	$137,500$182/sqft
Source: Space Simply #591411 Report a problem
11/12/2019	Price change	$137,500-1.7%$182/sqft
Source: Space Simply #591411 Report a problem
10/9/2019	Listed for sale	$139,900$185/sqft
Source: Space Simply #591411 Report a problem
9/27/2019	Pending sale	$139,900$185/sqft
Source: Space Simply #591411 Report a problem
9/17/2019	Listed for sale	$139,900+133.2%$185/sqft
Source: Space Simply #591411 Report a problem
6/21/2019	Sold	$60,000+90.5%$79/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/26/2018	Sold	$31,500-1.6%$42/sqft
Source: DMMLS #557683 Report a problem
3/31/2018	Listed for sale	$32,000$42/sqft
Source: Iowa Real Estate: Iowa Realty #557683 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,112 +2.2%	$188,100 +13.9%
2024	$3,044 +2.1%	$165,200
2023	$2,980 +0.9%	$165,200 +22.1%
2022	$2,954 +4.6%	$135,300
2021	$2,824 +19.7%	$135,300 +11.1%
2020	$2,360 +32.4%	$121,800 +33.8%
2019	$1,782 +16.3%	$91,000 +37.3%
2018	$1,532	$66,300
2017	$1,532 +11.7%	$66,300 +9%
2016	$1,372	$60,800
2015	$1,372 -24.9%	$60,800 +2%
2014	$1,827	$59,600
2013	--	$59,600 -0.3%
2012	--	$59,800
2011	--	$59,800 -4.9%
2010	--	$62,900
2009	--	$62,900 -3.1%
2008	--	$64,900
2007	--	$64,900 +17.4%
2006	--	$55,300
2005	--	$55,300 +9.8%
2003	--	$50,360 +15.3%
2002	--	$43,690
2001	--	$43,690