Eligible for the NFC grant! Welcome home to this charming 1.5-story home with plenty of space, character, and room to make it your own! The living room features large windows that bring in an abundance of natural light, creating a bright and inviting space. The main level offers two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinet storage and stainless steel appliances. Head upstairs to find two generously sized bedrooms, including one featuring a fun rock climbing wall, along with a beautifully remodeled full bathroom. The lower level adds flexibility with a nonconforming 5th bedroom, partial bath, laundry area, and unfinished space ready for your personal touch. Outside, enjoy the large composite deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or letting the pets roam. A detached two-car garage adds even more convenience. With four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and plenty of space inside and out, this home is ready for its next chapter! Call your favorite realtor for a tour today!
For sale
$230,000
3900 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313
4beds
1,703sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.25 Acres Lot
$226,100 Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bright and inviting spaceDetached two-car garageFully fenced backyardLarge composite deckStainless steel appliances
- 8 days
- 307
- 42
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeni McClelland (515)681-4610,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 752584
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,703
- Total interior livable area: 1,703 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 78 x 141
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 07000704000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1956
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: $135/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $288,200
- Annual tax amount: $5,432
- Date on market: 11/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 114 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$226,100
$215,000 - $237,000
$2,045/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $230,000$135/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #752584 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2026 | Listing removed | $230,000$135/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #745794 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2026 | Price change | $230,000-2.1%$135/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #745794 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2026 | Price change | $235,000-2.1%$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #745794 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $240,000-4%$141/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #745794 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $250,000-5.7%$147/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #745794 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000+327.4%$156/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #745794 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2011 | Sold | $62,000-10%$36/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2011 | Price change | $68,900-45.3%$40/sqft |
Source: Prudential First Realty #388821 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2011 | Listed for sale | -- |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2007 | Sold | $126,000$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,126 +2.1% | $288,200 +12.9% |
| 2024 | $5,022 +5.7% | $255,300 |
| 2023 | $4,752 +0.8% | $255,300 +26.6% |
| 2022 | $4,716 +6.9% | $201,600 |
| 2021 | $4,410 -3.7% | $201,600 +14.1% |
| 2020 | $4,580 +5.4% | $176,700 -4.6% |
| 2019 | $4,346 +1% | $185,300 +14.6% |
| 2018 | $4,302 | $161,700 |
| 2017 | $4,302 +8.7% | $161,700 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $3,956 | $150,100 |
| 2015 | $3,956 +7.6% | $150,100 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $3,678 | $143,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $143,600 -4.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $150,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $150,600 -3.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $155,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $155,900 +6.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $146,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $146,500 +6.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $137,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $137,700 +8.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $127,420 +10.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $115,060 |
| 2001 | -- | $115,060 |
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Neighborhood: Highland Park
Nearby schools
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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