Welcome home to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch with a finished attic offering the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and space. Inside, you'll find thoughtfully designed living areas including a cozy den, inviting sunroom, convenient mudroom, and main-level laundry. The remodeled kitchen and updated primary and guest bathrooms (2026) provide modern style and everyday convenience.
Step outside to enjoy the fenced backyard and spacious Trex deck (2021), perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the attached 2-car garage, full RV hookups, and impressive 42x48 Morton building with electricity. A charming she shed with electricity offers additional space for hobbies, a home office, or creative pursuits.
Major exterior updates include new siding and roof in 2019, providing peace of mind for years to come. With numerous updates, versatile living spaces, and exceptional outbuildings, this property offers a unique opportunity to enjoy country-style living with modern amenities.
For sale
$499,900
5536 NE 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313
5beds
2,160sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.89 Acres Lot
$480,700 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished atticFull rv hookupsVersatile living spacesRemodeled kitchenConvenient mudroomFenced backyardSpacious trex deck
- 21 days |
- 3,087 |
- 217 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ashlee Knickerbocker (515)249-5560,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Maggie Martin 515-321-2273,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742696
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,160
- Total interior livable area: 2,160 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage
Lot
- Size: 0.89 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 270/02024000000
- Zoning: LDR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $322,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,180
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$480,700
$457,000 - $505,000
$2,171/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900+278.7%$231/sqft |
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| 2/6/2015 | Sold | $132,000-20%$61/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2011 | Sold | $165,000-1.5%$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2010 | Listing removed | $167,500$78/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #359489 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2010 | Price change | $167,500-6.4%$78/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #359489 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2010 | Listed for sale | $179,000+149%$83/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #359489 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2009 | Sold | $71,900+67.2%$33/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/1998 | Sold | $43,000$20/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,054 +0.9% | $322,100 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $4,018 +1.9% | $293,300 |
| 2023 | $3,942 +0.5% | $293,300 +21.2% |
| 2022 | $3,924 +25.8% | $242,000 -1.1% |
| 2021 | $3,118 +1.4% | $244,800 +33.1% |
| 2020 | $3,076 +10.6% | $183,900 |
| 2019 | $2,782 +2.1% | $183,900 +14.9% |
| 2018 | $2,726 | $160,000 |
| 2017 | $2,726 +6.7% | $160,000 +6.8% |
| 2016 | $2,554 | $149,800 |
| 2015 | $2,554 +4.1% | $149,800 +2.5% |
| 2014 | $2,454 | $146,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $146,100 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $146,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $146,600 -10.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $163,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $163,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $163,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $163,600 +18.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $138,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $138,300 +5.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $131,010 +27.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $102,570 +9% |
| 2001 | -- | $94,090 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50313
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Cornell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Woodside Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Saydel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Saydel Consolidated
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50313
- 5536 NE 3rd St
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