Welcome to this beautiful 3 bed, 2.5 bath ranch-style home! This property features hardwood floors throughout the main level and a spacious kitchen with a large island, perfect for cooking and entertaining. The kitchen opens to a cozy family room complete with a wood-burning fireplace and underfloor heating for added comfort. All three bedrooms are conveniently located on the main floor. Step outside to a large backyard featuring a 12x24 fenced-in above-ground pool, ideal for summer fun and relaxation. The lower level offers endless possibilities, including potential for a fourth bedroom or additional living space. Major updates include solar panels (2022), roof & gutters (2019).
Sold for $275,000
$275,000
3838 Valdez Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,448sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.36 Acres Lot
$275,100 Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$2,190 Estimated rent
Home value
$275,100
$261,000 - $289,000
$2,190/mo
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Large backyardWood-burning fireplace
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Listed by:
Larry Tanchinh (515)209-9634,
Weichert, Realtors - The 515 Agency
Bought with:
Mi So
RE/MAX Cornerstone
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 730830
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Egress Windows,Finished,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,448
- Total interior livable area: 1,448 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 600
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
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 65 x 239
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10009993000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $275,000-4.8%$190/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #730830 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Pending sale | $289,000$200/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730830 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $289,000-1.7%$200/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730830 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2026 | Price change | $294,000-2%$203/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730830 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Price change | $299,900-1.6%$207/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730830 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $304,900+45.3%$211/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730830 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2020 | Sold | $209,900$145/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #608154 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2020 | Pending sale | $209,900$145/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #608154 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2020 | Listed for sale | $209,900+39.9%$145/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #608154 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2015 | Sold | $150,000-4.4%$104/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #444593 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2015 | Price change | $156,900-4.3%$108/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #444593 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2014 | Listed for sale | $163,900-8.9%$113/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #433569 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2013 | Listing removed | $179,900$124/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #422289 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $179,900+36.3%$124/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2004 | Sold | $132,000$91/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,632 +2.1% | $264,900 +9.9% |
| 2024 | $4,536 +0.1% | $241,000 |
| 2023 | $4,532 +0.8% | $241,000 +19.8% |
| 2022 | $4,496 +2.2% | $201,200 |
| 2021 | $4,400 -3.6% | $201,200 +8.8% |
| 2020 | $4,566 +7% | $184,900 |
| 2019 | $4,268 +1.2% | $184,900 +10.5% |
| 2018 | $4,218 | $167,300 |
| 2017 | $4,218 +12.2% | $167,300 +10.6% |
| 2016 | $3,758 | $151,300 |
| 2015 | $3,758 +6.5% | $151,300 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $3,528 | $146,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $146,700 -0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $147,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $147,400 -1.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $150,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $150,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $150,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $150,100 +13.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $132,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $132,500 +6.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $124,820 +12.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $110,570 |
| 2001 | -- | $110,570 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lower Beaver
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Samuelson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Hoover 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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Lower Beaver
- 3838 Valdez Dr
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