Pending

$195,000

4042 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

2beds

848sqft

$1,441/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1950

7,666 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$230/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Two bedroomsDining areaLarge picture window

Don’t miss this well-maintained bungalow nestled in a desirable, family-friendly neighborhood on the Northwest side of Des Moines. Conveniently located just minutes from schools, shopping, dining, grocery stores, and interstate access, this home offers both comfort and convenience. The main level features a spacious living room with a large picture window, a dining area, kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom, creating a comfortable and functional layout. An added bonus is the basement, where braces have been installed along all basement walls and come with a transferable warranty, providing added peace of mind. Schedule your showing today and discover the potential this charming home has to offer! Call for more information or to arrange a private tour.

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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, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Dining Area, Window Treatments
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Basement: Partially Finished

Interior area

Total structure area: 848
Total interior livable area: 848 sqft
Finished area below ground: 400

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Garage spaces: 1

Features

Patio & porch: Open, Patio
Exterior features: Patio
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 7,666 Square Feet
Dimensions: 56 x 135

Details

Parcel number: 100/11283000000

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 1950

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: $230/sqft
Tax assessed value: $176,200
Annual tax amount: $3,046
Date on market: 9/30/2026
Cumulative days on market: 40 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/5/2026	Pending sale	$195,000$230/sqft
Source: DMMLS #750254 Report a problem
9/30/2026	Listed for sale	$195,000+136.4%$230/sqft
Source: DMMLS #750254 Report a problem
5/27/1999	Sold	$82,500$97/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,996 +2.2%	$176,200 +10.5%
2024	$2,932 -1.1%	$159,500
2023	$2,966 +0.9%	$159,500 +18.4%
2022	$2,940 +2%	$134,700
2021	$2,882 -3.5%	$134,700 +8.5%
2020	$2,988 +7.8%	$124,100
2019	$2,772 +1.2%	$124,100 +11.1%
2018	$2,740	$111,700
2017	$2,740 +12.3%	$111,700 +10.3%
2016	$2,440	$101,300
2015	$2,440 +2.3%	$101,300 -0.7%
2014	$2,384	$102,000
2013	--	$102,000 -0.4%
2012	--	$102,400
2011	--	$102,400 +0.9%
2010	--	$101,500
2009	--	$101,500
2008	--	$101,500
2007	--	$101,500 +11.1%
2006	--	$91,400
2005	--	$91,400 +9.1%
2003	--	$83,760 +6.8%
2002	--	$78,450
2001	--	$78,450