Discover the charm and functionality of this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod nestled on a spacious 0.33-acre lot! Offering 792 square feet of comfortable living space, this home has something that's hard to find - an oversized 2-car garage with an additional garage door providing convenient access directly to the backyard. Whether you need extra room for vehicles, hobbies, storage, or projects, this garage offers incredible flexibility!
The large, private backyard provides plenty of room to garden or entertain. Take advantage of the covered deck, an ideal spot for relaxing or hosting gatherings.
Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a welcoming living room with French doors leading to a bright den that's perfect for a home office, reading nook, or additional living space. The unfinished lower level offers even more storage and future possibilities.
If you've been looking for a home with a manageable footprint, an impressive amount of outdoor space, and a garage that offers more than the ordinary, this property is one you won't want to miss. Come see all the possibilities at 681 39th Street!
For sale
$199,900
681 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50312
3beds
792sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
0.33 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated kitchenLarge private backyard
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Listed by:
Kally Kirk (319)464-7442,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Rob ELLERMAN 816-304-4434,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 752599
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 792
- Total interior livable area: 792 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 09001683001000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $164,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,095
- Date on market: 11/6/2026
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900+2.5%$252/sqft |
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| 4/2/2025 | Sold | $195,000-3.5%$246/sqft |
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| 2/24/2025 | Pending sale | $202,000$255/sqft |
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| 1/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $202,000+98%$255/sqft |
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| 7/10/2015 | Sold | $102,000+2.1%$129/sqft |
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| 5/8/2015 | Listed for sale | $99,900$126/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #453952 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,932 +2% | $164,200 +12.4% |
| 2024 | $2,874 -9.7% | $146,100 |
| 2023 | $3,182 +0.8% | $146,100 +8.2% |
| 2022 | $3,158 +3.2% | $135,000 |
| 2021 | $3,060 -3.7% | $135,000 +10.1% |
| 2020 | $3,178 +12% | $122,600 |
| 2019 | $2,838 +1% | $122,600 +16.1% |
| 2018 | $2,810 | $105,600 |
| 2017 | $2,810 +26.6% | $105,600 +13.5% |
| 2016 | $2,220 | $93,000 |
| 2015 | $2,220 +8.8% | $93,000 +5% |
| 2014 | $2,040 | $88,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $88,600 +2.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $86,300 +0.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $85,700 -9.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $94,300 +9.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $86,100 -2.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $88,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $88,500 +19.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $74,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $74,100 +14.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $64,680 +12.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $57,680 |
| 2001 | -- | $57,680 |
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Neighborhood: North of Grand
Nearby schools
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.






