Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on a spacious lot along a quiet south-side street. The enclosed front porch offers a warm welcome with newer bamboo flooring, fresh paint, and abundant natural light.
Inside, classic charm meets modern convenience. The living room features hardwood floors, arched doorways, fresh paint, a newer ceiling fan, and stunning original woodwork. The formal dining room is perfect for entertaining and leads to the updated kitchen, complete with new hardware, sink, faucet, tile backsplash, and refreshed finishes.
The main-floor bath has been updated with a new vanity, mirror, and lighting. Two main-level bedrooms showcase original oak flooring and timeless craftsmanship. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite provides a private retreat with large windows, newer carpet, and an ensuite bath.
The partially finished lower level adds flexible living space with sealed walls, fresh paint, drywall, and carpeting. Outside, enjoy a large patio overlooking the fully fenced backyard, enhanced by newer retaining walls, landscaping, and gutters. A newer furnace adds comfort and peace of mind.
Move-in ready and full of character, this well-maintained home offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and thoughtful updates. Schedule your private showing today!
For sale
$259,000
3516 Keyes Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315
3beds
1,648sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
0.37 Acres Lot
$250,000 Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Formal dining roomTimeless craftsmanshipStunning original woodworkArched doorwaysOriginal oak flooringLarge windowsAbundant natural light
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
York Taenzer (515)321-1873,
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747450
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,648
- Total interior livable area: 1,648 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 163
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 01005873000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $157/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $227,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,436
- Date on market: 8/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$250,000
Estimated sales range
$238,000 - $263,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,867/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,000+63.9%$157/sqft |
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| 12/13/2019 | Sold | $158,000-1.2%$96/sqft |
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| 11/20/2019 | Pending sale | $159,900$97/sqft |
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| 10/31/2019 | Price change | $159,900-2.2%$97/sqft |
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| 10/4/2019 | Price change | $163,500-1.4%$99/sqft |
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| 9/3/2019 | Price change | $165,900-0.6%$101/sqft |
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| 8/5/2019 | Price change | $166,900-1.8%$101/sqft |
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| 7/27/2019 | Price change | $169,900+6.3%$103/sqft |
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| 7/26/2019 | Price change | $159,900-5.9%$97/sqft |
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| 6/25/2019 | Price change | $169,900-1.2%$103/sqft |
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| 6/6/2019 | Price change | $171,900-1.7%$104/sqft |
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| 4/30/2019 | Listed for sale | $174,900+24%$106/sqft |
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| 6/12/2015 | Sold | $141,000-2.8%$86/sqft |
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| 4/3/2015 | Price change | $145,000+31.8%$88/sqft |
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| 9/26/2012 | Price change | $110,000-8.3%$67/sqft |
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| 8/17/2012 | Price change | $119,999-7.7%$73/sqft |
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| 6/22/2012 | Price change | $129,999-3.6%$79/sqft |
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| 5/11/2012 | Price change | $134,900-3.6%$82/sqft |
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| 2/9/2012 | Listed for sale | $139,900+7.7%$85/sqft |
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| 11/21/2010 | Listing removed | $129,900$79/sqft |
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| 11/12/2010 | Price change | $129,900-4.4%$79/sqft |
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| 11/4/2010 | Listed for sale | $135,900-0.8%$82/sqft |
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| 3/19/2008 | Sold | $137,000$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,988 +2% | $227,700 +14.6% |
| 2024 | $3,908 -1.1% | $198,700 |
| 2023 | $3,950 +0.8% | $198,700 +18.6% |
| 2022 | $3,920 +8% | $167,600 |
| 2021 | $3,628 -3.8% | $167,600 +15.3% |
| 2020 | $3,770 +6.7% | $145,400 |
| 2019 | $3,532 +1% | $145,400 +10.7% |
| 2018 | $3,496 | $131,400 |
| 2017 | $3,496 +8.8% | $131,400 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $3,214 | $122,000 |
| 2015 | $3,214 +6.7% | $122,000 +3.7% |
| 2014 | $3,012 | $117,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $117,600 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $118,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $118,100 -11% |
| 2010 | -- | $132,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $132,700 +2.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $129,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $129,100 +12.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $114,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $114,600 +10.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $104,120 +2.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $101,590 |
| 2001 | -- | $101,590 |
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Neighborhood: Gray's Lake
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Park Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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