Welcome home to this inviting four-bedrooms, one and a half bath ranch that blends comfort, ease and effortless entertainment. Designed for relaxed main-level living, this home offers a warm and functional layout where everyday life feels simple and enjoyable. The four spacious bedrooms provide flexibility for rest, work or guests, while the partially finished lower level expands your living space – perfect for movie nights, game days, or hosting family and friends.
Step outside and experience true outdoor living on the generous deck, ideal for summer barbeques, morning coffee, or unwinding at the end of the day. The large, fence-in backyard creates a private retreat for play, pets and gatherings under the open sky. A two-car detached garage add convenience with plenty of room for parking, storage or hobbies.
With its welcoming layout, versatile space and strong connection between indoor comfort and outdoor enjoyment, this home is perfectly suited for everyday living and memorable entertaining.
For sale
$275,000
4204 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
4beds
948sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
7,884 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$290/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-car detached garagePartially finished lower levelWelcoming layoutVersatile spaceWarm and functional layoutInviting four-bedroomsFour spacious bedrooms
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Listed by:
Debbie Moon-Davis 515-779-4616,
Boutique Real Estate
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747626
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 948
- Total interior livable area: 948 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,884 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 67 x 118
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06007684015001
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1974
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: $290/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $257,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,852
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000+39.6%$290/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #747626 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2021 | Sold | $197,000$208/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #639123 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2021 | Pending sale | $197,000$208/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #639123 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2021 | Price change | $197,000-1.5%$208/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2021 | Listed for sale | $200,000+18.3%$211/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2018 | Sold | $169,000+2.5%$178/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #562933 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2018 | Price change | $164,900-1.8%$174/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty #562933 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $167,900+93%$177/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2014 | Sold | $87,000-2.8%$92/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #428507 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2014 | Price change | $89,500-5.8%$94/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Greater Des Moines #428507 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2013 | Listed for sale | $95,000+9.2%$100/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Greater Des Moines #428507 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2012 | Sold | $87,000-4.4%$92/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2002 | Sold | $91,000$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,538 +2.1% | $257,400 +13.9% |
| 2024 | $4,446 +1.6% | $226,000 |
| 2023 | $4,374 +5.9% | $226,000 +21.8% |
| 2022 | $4,132 +4.6% | $185,600 |
| 2021 | $3,950 -3.6% | $185,600 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $4,098 +33.3% | $166,900 |
| 2019 | $3,074 -13.6% | $166,900 +45.9% |
| 2018 | $3,557 +16.8% | $114,400 |
| 2017 | $3,044 +8.3% | $114,400 +7.3% |
| 2016 | $2,810 | $106,600 |
| 2015 | $2,810 +7.4% | $106,600 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $2,616 | $102,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $102,200 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $102,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $102,500 -6.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $109,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $109,400 -3% |
| 2008 | -- | $112,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $112,800 +17.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $96,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $96,100 +6.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $90,260 +22.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $73,450 |
| 2001 | -- | $73,450 |
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Neighborhood: Gray's Woods
Nearby schools
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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