Located on a quiet street in a desirable neighborhood on Des Moines' Northeast side this 3 bedroom, 1 bath split level home offers 1,254 finished sq ft (988 above grade + 266 finished basement) of comfort and functionality. You are sure to be impressed by the updated, modern kitchen and spacious living room, hardwood floors on the upper level and the finished lower level offering flexible space for a family room, office, non-conforming 4th bedroom, or hobby area. An unfinished basement includes laundry and potential for a second bath using NFC eligible funds. This property includes key updates: new roof (2022), remodeled kitchen and bath (2019), new kitchen flooring (2025), freshly cleaned carpets and ductwork, and more. All appliances stay, making it move-in ready. Enjoy the fully fenced backyard with a separate garden/pet/play area, plus a newer concrete driveway and patio with built-in gas grill hookup, and a 2-car detached garage. Close to parks, schools, shopping, and with easy access to I-235 & Hwy 65 in just minutes—this well-maintained home offers suburban charm with urban convenience. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $225,000
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$225,000
3933 E Tiffin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
988sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
7,623 Square Feet Lot
$225,000 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$1,439 Estimated rent
Home value
$225,000
$214,000 - $236,000
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Modern kitchenFlexible spaceMature treesFully fenced backyardQuiet streetBuilt-in gas grill hookup
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Listed by:
Mendez, Cari (515)971-2379,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
GREG WEINSCHENK
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 727889
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 988
- Total interior livable area: 988 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 266
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,623 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 63 x 121
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06007928186000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- See Remarks
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1963
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: $228/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $236,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,442
- Date on market: 10/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | Sold | $225,000$228/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #727889 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2025 | Pending sale | $225,000$228/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Price change | $225,000-6.3%$228/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #727889 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $240,000+4.8%$243/sqft |
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| 10/5/2025 | Listing removed | $229,000$232/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11551771 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2025 | Price change | $229,000-2.6%$232/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $235,000-0.9%$238/sqft |
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| 8/27/2025 | Price change | $237,200-1.1%$240/sqft |
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| 8/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $239,900+37.1%$243/sqft |
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| 3/12/2020 | Sold | $175,000+0.1%$177/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #598115 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2020 | Pending sale | $174,900$177/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #598115 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2020 | Listed for sale | $174,900+74.9%$177/sqft |
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| 8/20/2019 | Listing removed | $100,000$101/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #587979 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2019 | Pending sale | $100,000$101/sqft |
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| 8/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $100,000$101/sqft |
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| 7/25/2019 | Sold | $100,000+0.1%$101/sqft |
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| 1/12/2011 | Price change | $99,900-13.1%$101/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #376710 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2010 | Listed for sale | $114,900-4.2%$116/sqft |
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| 10/10/2010 | Listing removed | $119,900$121/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #374160 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2010 | Price change | $119,900-10.5%$121/sqft |
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| 9/5/2010 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 8/25/2010 | Sold | $133,897+8.4%$136/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2006 | Sold | $123,500+44.4%$125/sqft |
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| 7/10/1998 | Sold | $85,500$87/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,178 +2.1% | $236,100 +13.5% |
| 2024 | $4,094 +2.8% | $208,100 |
| 2023 | $3,982 +0.8% | $208,100 +23.1% |
| 2022 | $3,952 +11.4% | $169,000 |
| 2021 | $3,546 +2.6% | $169,000 +18.9% |
| 2020 | $3,456 +10% | $142,100 |
| 2019 | $3,142 +1.2% | $142,100 +13.3% |
| 2018 | $3,104 | $125,400 |
| 2017 | $3,104 +9.1% | $125,400 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $2,846 | $116,700 |
| 2015 | $2,846 +11.5% | $116,700 +7.5% |
| 2014 | $2,552 | $108,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $108,600 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $108,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $108,700 -8.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $119,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $119,300 +2.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $115,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $115,900 +9.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $105,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $105,900 +10.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $95,660 +5.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $90,720 |
| 2001 | -- | $90,720 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Sheridan Gardens
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Brubaker Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Hoyt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 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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