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Sold for $465,000
  • $465,000

    5838 Harwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

    4beds
    2,105sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    0.33 Acres Lot
    $463,800 Zestimate®
    $221/sqft
    $2,601 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $463,800

    $436,000 - $496,000

    $2,601/mo

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    What's special

    Lovely stone-landscaped surroundPicturesque private backyardHardwood flooringOversized driveway
    Welcome to Waterbury. Arguably the most charming + timeless neighborhood in the metro. It's a quiet and quaint location, kind of like stepping back in time to a slower more peaceful era. Porches with lemonade, strolls with friends; the community spirit is strong and prideful and so apparent. If you haven't been to this pocket of homes from Polk Blvd to 63rd/Grand, you need to come see what makes Waterbury sought-after. Here, atop a prime corner of the neighborhood sits 5838 Harwood, a remarkable colonial home. Enjoy the commanding elevation, the picturesque private backyard, all just a block from Waveland Trails. Inside, the main floor holds a bedroom, kitchen, sunroom-library, dining room, 1/2 bath and a living room with fireplace. Beautiful hardwood flooring throughout. Upstairs: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and access to the rooftop patio with southern exposure. Basement is partially finished with an additional family room/flex space and an attached tandem 2 car garage. Oversized driveway with lovely stone-landscaped surround is perfect for hosting BBQ's or parking for 4+. Roof new in 2018, HVAC new 2017, electrical 2008; Seller added a sump pump and installed a radon mitigation system as well. 2 minutes to interstate, swift access to downtown or nearby parks and shopping. Elevate your living in this historic property and one-of-a-kind location. 4 bedroom home offered at $470,000.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Darla Willett-Rohrssen 515-203-6108,

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    Bought with:

    Sara Hopkins

    RE/MAX Precision

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 714735MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Cable TV, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,105
    • Total interior livable area: 2,105 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 350

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 0.33 Acres
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09000102000000
    • Zoning: N1B

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial,Two Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $221/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $500,500
    • Annual tax amount: $10,777
    • Date on market: 4/2/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 44 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/30/2025Sold$465,000-1.1%$221/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #714735 Report a problem
    5/19/2025Pending sale$470,000$223/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #714735 Report a problem
    4/18/2025Price change$470,000-2.1%$223/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #714735 Report a problem
    4/2/2025Listed for sale$480,000+32.4%$228/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #714735 Report a problem
    5/29/2019Sold$362,500-2%$172/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #578380 Report a problem
    3/23/2019Listed for sale$369,9000%$176/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #578380 Report a problem
    11/19/2018Listing removed$370,000$176/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #565932 Report a problem
    10/5/2018Price change$370,000-3.9%$176/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #565932 Report a problem
    9/13/2018Price change$385,000-2.5%$183/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #565932 Report a problem
    9/5/2018Price change$395,000-1.2%$188/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #565932 Report a problem
    7/25/2018Listed for sale$399,900+35.3%$190/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #565932 Report a problem
    6/2/2008Sold$295,500-1.5%$140/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/10/2008Listed for sale$299,900+20.2%$142/sqft
    Source: Point2 Report a problem
    4/13/2007Sold$249,500$119/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,086 +2.1%$500,500 +8.1%
    2024$8,898 +1.1%$462,800
    2023$8,798 +0.8%$462,800 +21.1%
    2022$8,730 +4.5%$382,200
    2021$8,358 -3.7%$382,200 +11.3%
    2020$8,676 +5.4%$343,500
    2019$8,234 +1.1%$343,500 +9.1%
    2018$8,146 $314,900
    2017$8,146 +12.1%$314,900 +10.7%
    2016$7,268 $284,500
    2015$7,268 +8.6%$284,500 +5.3%
    2014$6,694 $270,300
    2013-- $270,300 -0.5%
    2012-- $271,600
    2011-- $271,600 -8%
    2010-- $295,300
    2009-- $295,300 +14.3%
    2008-- $258,300
    2007-- $258,300 +13%
    2006-- $228,600
    2005-- $228,600 +15.4%
    2003-- $198,030 +18.2%
    2002-- $167,580
    2001-- $167,580
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Waterbury

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    • 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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