Tucked into a quiet setting with room to breathe, this updated two-story offers the space, flexibility, and location today’s buyers are after. Set on a rare ½-acre lot, the backyard becomes an everyday escape - enjoy morning coffee from the deck or unwind while overlooking wide-open green space. Inside, the main level is designed for how you live now, with a dedicated office for work-from-home ease, a comfortable living room anchored by a gas fireplace, and seamless access to the outdoors through sliding doors. The kitchen and baths have been thoughtfully refreshed with new countertops (2024) and brand-new appliances (2025), creating a clean, move-in ready feel. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms with all-new carpet (2024) and updated bath flooring (2024), while the main level features updated flooring (2019) for a cohesive look. Major mechanical updates add peace of mind, including a new roof and gutters (2019), A/C (2021), and water heater (2021). The walkout lower level is ready for your vision - whether that’s additional living space, a home gym, or entertainment area - with direct access to the expansive backyard. Located near the Des Moines River, trails, and outdoor recreation, this home delivers both convenience and lifestyle. Move-in ready with room to grow - this is the one that checks all the boxes.
Pending
$322,500
4738 Sawyers Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,469sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2009
0.48 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Overlooking wide-open green spaceUpdated two-storyUpdated bath flooringBrand-new appliancesNew roof and gutters
- 36 days |
- 138 |
- 7 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Megan Hill Mitchum (515)290-8269,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739190
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,469
- Total interior livable area: 1,469 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Patio
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10011168125000
- Zoning: PUD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2009
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: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $286,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,441
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 70 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Pending sale | $322,500$220/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $322,500+70.2%$220/sqft |
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| 5/24/2010 | Sold | $189,500+379.7%$129/sqft |
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| 4/24/2009 | Sold | $39,500-10.2%$27/sqft |
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| 10/8/2008 | Sold | $44,000+14.3%$30/sqft |
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| 7/24/2007 | Sold | $38,500$26/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,212 +4.8% | $286,600 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $4,972 +5% | $268,000 |
| 2023 | $4,736 -9.3% | $268,000 +21.6% |
| 2022 | $5,220 -0.4% | $220,400 |
| 2021 | $5,242 +1.9% | $220,400 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $5,144 +2% | $210,900 |
| 2019 | $5,044 +1.1% | $210,900 +6.9% |
| 2018 | $4,988 | $197,200 |
| 2017 | $4,988 +618.7% | $197,200 +12.5% |
| 2016 | $694 | $175,300 |
| 2015 | $694 -7.7% | $175,300 -6.8% |
| 2014 | $752 | $188,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $188,000 -0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $189,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $189,800 +45.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $130,100 +118172.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $110 |
| 2008 | -- | $110 |
| 2007 | -- | $110 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Lower Beaver
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lawson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10Johnston Middle SchoolGrades: 8-9Distance: 3.2 mi
- 9/10Johnston Senior High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 5.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Johnston
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Lower Beaver
- 4738 Sawyers Dr






