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Sold for $219,900
  • $219,900

    3837 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50313

    4beds
    1,037sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1963
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $219,900 Zestimate®
    $212/sqft
    $1,549 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $219,900

    $209,000 - $231,000

    $1,549/mo

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    What's special

    Original hardwood floors
    Welcome home to this inviting four-bedroom house nestled in the heart of Des Moines--perfectly positioned beside a scenic bike trail for effortless outdoor enjoyment. Immediately greeting you is a living room featuring a large window and original hardwood floors. From there, you can explore the kitchen, which has counter room, storage and space for an eat-in area. The main level features two bedrooms with original hardwood and a full bathroom, offering both convenience and flexibility. Upstairs, you'll find a great landing space connecting two additional bedrooms with generous closet space. The basement stands out with its durable polyaspartic-coated flooring, creating a versatile, polished space ready for a home gym, recreation room, or additional living area. This house is also equipped with a radon mitigation system. Out back, enjoy your own private fenced in retreat for relaxing evenings or weekend gatherings, featuring a covered concrete patio with a unique sidewalk design. In the back of the property you'll find an out building with plenty of storage for garden tools, kayaks, bikes, or other home equipment. This home blends comfort and location, situated just minutes from Highland Park shops and restaurants. All information obtained from the seller and public records.

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    Listed by:

    Jason Rude 515-953-8160,

    Rude Realty

    Bought with:

    NON- MEMBER

    CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 69748MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,037
    • Total interior livable area: 1,037 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    Lot
    • Size: 6,534 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 070/02821000000
    • Zoning: N3B
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Condition
    • Year built: 1963

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/18/2026Sold$219,900$212/sqft
    Source: CIBR #69748 Report a problem
    5/19/2026Pending sale$219,900$212/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #737274 Report a problem
    4/28/2026Price change$219,900-4.3%$212/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #737274 Report a problem
    3/30/2026Listed for sale$229,900+21.1%$222/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #737274 Report a problem
    12/30/2021Sold$189,900$183/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #641775 Report a problem
    11/30/2021Pending sale$189,900$183/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #641775 Report a problem
    11/18/2021Price change$189,900-0.1%$183/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #641775 Report a problem
    11/8/2021Listed for sale$190,000-9.5%$183/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    11/4/2021Listing removed--
    Source: DMMLS #639746 Report a problem
    10/20/2021Price change$210,000-6.7%$203/sqft
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    10/15/2021Listed for sale$225,000+12.5%$217/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #639746 Report a problem
    10/14/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    10/5/2021Price change$199,999-4.8%$193/sqft
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    10/4/2021Price change$210,000-5.6%$203/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    10/1/2021Price change$222,500-2.8%$215/sqft
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    9/26/2021Price change$229,000-2.3%$221/sqft
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    9/24/2021Listed for sale$234,500$226/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,468 +2.1%$196,800 +14%
    2024$3,398 +2.8%$172,700
    2023$3,304 +184.8%$172,700 +23.2%
    2022$1,160 -46.6%$140,200 +182.7%
    2021$2,172 -3.7%$49,600 -43%
    2020$2,256 -10.4%$87,000
    2019$2,518 +1%$87,000 -7.2%
    2018$2,492 $93,700
    2017$2,492 +10%$93,700 +9%
    2016$2,266 $86,000
    2015$2,266 +7.1%$86,000 +4.1%
    2014$2,116 $82,600
    2013-- $82,600 -0.8%
    2012-- $83,300
    2011-- $83,300 -11.3%
    2010-- $93,900
    2009-- $93,900 +1.3%
    2008-- $92,700
    2007-- $92,700 +15.2%
    2006-- $80,500
    2005-- $80,500 +3.6%
    2003-- $77,740 +21.4%
    2002-- $64,020
    2001-- $64,020

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    Neighborhood: Oak Park

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