For sale

$185,000

3816 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

2beds

949sqft

$1,356/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1922

6,359 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$195/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Take a look at this charming bungalow blending 1920s character with chic boho vibes and modern touches throughout. From the rich original woodwork to the dreamy claw foot bathtub, this 1300 plus square foot home is full of warmth and personality. Upstairs you’ll find two large bedrooms with deep closets and ample storage. Downstairs offers over 400 square feet of additional living space, perfect for a cozy family room or playroom, plus a spacious non conforming bedroom that would be ideal for guests, a teen retreat, or a private home office setup. Enjoy summer evenings on the oversized front porch, perfect for sipping your morning coffee, relaxing with a book, or catching up with friends. Out back, you’ll love the fenced, treed backyard complete with a storage shed and garden space. This one has the character, the space, and the vibe. It just feels like home. Many new updates including roof.

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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, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Features

Separate/Formal Dining Room
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Basement: Partially Finished

Interior area

Total structure area: 949
Total interior livable area: 949 sqft
Finished area below ground: 400

Property

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck, Storage
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 6,359 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 127
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Additional structures: Storage
Parcel number: 07001815000000
Zoning: N5

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

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

Condition

Year built: 1922

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: $195/sqft
Tax assessed value: $152,600
Annual tax amount: $2,660
Date on market: 8/10/2026
Cumulative days on market: 4 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/10/2026	Listed for sale	$185,000+2.8%$195/sqft
Source: DMMLS #746950 Report a problem
3/3/2026	Listing removed	$179,900$190/sqft
Source: DMMLS #735291 Report a problem
3/2/2026	Listed for sale	$179,900+63.5%$190/sqft
Source: DMMLS #735291 Report a problem
2/12/2020	Sold	$110,000$116/sqft
Source: DMMLS #597143 Report a problem
1/14/2020	Pending sale	$110,000$116/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Revolution #597143 Report a problem
1/9/2020	Listed for sale	$110,000+39.2%$116/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Revolution #597143 Report a problem
9/8/2014	Sold	$79,000-1.1%$83/sqft
Source: DMMLS #439377 Report a problem
7/11/2014	Listed for sale	$79,900+16.6%$84/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #439377 Report a problem
7/25/2001	Sold	$68,500$72/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,660 +2.1%	$152,600 +15.2%
2024	$2,606 +0.9%	$132,500
2023	$2,584 +0.8%	$132,500 +20.9%
2022	$2,564 +5.8%	$109,600
2021	$2,424 +5.9%	$109,600 +12.9%
2020	$2,288 +6.4%	$97,100
2019	$2,150 +1.3%	$97,100 +9.7%
2018	$2,122	$88,500
2017	$2,122 +15.5%	$88,500 +9.8%
2016	$1,838	$80,600 +2.7%
2015	$1,838 +8.5%	$78,500
2014	$1,694	$78,500
2013	--	$78,500 +0.6%
2012	--	$78,000
2011	--	$78,000 -4.4%
2010	--	$81,600
2009	--	$81,600 +1.1%
2008	--	$80,700
2007	--	$80,700 +4.4%
2006	--	$77,300
2005	--	$77,300 +10.1%
2003	--	$70,230 +14.8%
2002	--	$61,200
2001	--	$61,200