From the moment you step inside, this charming 1.5-story home has a way of surprising you. Original hardwood floors, built-ins, and arched doorways bring all the character, while a functional layout gives you plenty of room to make it your own. The main level features a spacious living room, dining room, kitchen, full bath, and two bedrooms. Upstairs, knotty pine walls and ceilings create an extra-cozy retreat with two closets, perfect for a primary bedroom, home office or creative space. The partially finished basement adds even more usable space with a comfortable second living or hangout area, plus plenty of storage. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is ready to be enjoyed, with established perennial gardens, a fire pit, storage shed, and plenty of room for pets, gardening, or summer nights around the fire. An attached one-car garage adds everyday convenience. This home is an easy walk to Snookies and Perkins Elementary, with all of your favorite Beaverdale and Waveland neighborhood shops and restaurants close by. It's also located within an NFC lending area, giving buyers access to unique financing and renovation loan opportunities. Reach out to schedule a private showing today! All information obtained from seller and public records.
Waveland Park, located between Grand Avenue and University Avenue, is a residential and park-centered Des Moines neighborhood with a golf course edge and a leafy street grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Waveland Golf Course clubhouse area along University Avenue, where fairway views, walkers, and cyclists set a steady, outdoors-forward rhythm. Brick Tudors and mid-century ranches sit beside mature trees, with sidewalks that track toward the park’s open greens. The Waveland Cafe anchors local routines with a classic counter-and-coffee feel. Nearby, Des Moines Art Center and the Rose Garden add a cultural and botanical counterpoint to the athletic landscape. Greenwood Park’s trails and picnic lawns extend the neighborhood’s everyday outdoor circuit.
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Offer insights
1608 45th St · $214,990
$215K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $215K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
35 days
The average home goes pending in 36 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Separate/formal dining room
Partially finished basement
Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stove
Microwave
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Chain link and wood fencing
Concrete road surface
Home design
Resale property
Parking
Attached 1-car garage
Construction
Vinyl siding
Brick/mortar foundation
Asphalt shingle roof
Below-grade finished area
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Financial info
Annual tax amount listed
Electricity and solar
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From the moment you walk into this home, you will be charmed by the quaintness and amazed by the space this cozy home offers. Beautiful hardwood floors, built-ins, original door knobs, arched doorways help to make this 1.5 story house the place you want to call home. A spacious living room, dining area, kitchen, full bathroom and two bedrooms round out the main floor. The finished upstairs features knotty pine walls and ceiling with two closets, making a fantastic bedroom. The lower level maximizes usable space with another hang-out/living room area with plenty of storage space too. The yard is fully fenced backyard with a shed. Other improvements include all new windows throughout (2021), new garage door (2021), high efficiency furnace and a/c 2016. Great Des Moines location with ease of getting anywhere in the Des Moines area in just minutes.
DMMLS #607810
Jul 24, 2020
Sold
$165,100
$168/sq ft
Jun 19, 2020
Pending
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Jun 18, 2020
Listed
$155,000
$158/sq ft
+15
This one "oozes" charm and character! Classic three bedroom 1.5 story with usable basement. Refinished hardwood floors, period built-ins, designer archways, and other accents. The coziest kitchen you've ever seen. Upstairs master features nostalgic knotty-pine walls/ceiling, his/her closets, a sitting area, and oak flooring. Lots of major updates in 2016 (high-efficient GFA/CA, water heater, and electrical). Rare usable/finishable basement works well as a family/rec room (note the accent wall with the barn door!). Great yard (with shed) in a mature neighborhood. Walk to highly regarded Perkins Elementary and playground. Close to Snookies, bus line, Price Chopper, Drake University, and freeway access. In targeted NFC neighborhood with option to secure a $10K forgivable grant to assist with improvements (already pre-inspected by NFC!). Don't blink or you'll miss out on this charmer!
DMMLS #514337
Apr 22, 2016
Sold
$116,000
$118/sq ft
Apr 1, 2016
Listed
$119,900
$122/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,484 (+2.1%)
$49,100 + $144,000
$193,100
2024
$3,414 (−0.2%)
$43,500 + $130,000
$173,500
2023
$3,422 (+7.4%)
$43,500 + $130,000
$173,500
2022
$3,186 (+2.3%)
$38,500 + $106,700
$145,200
2021
$3,114 (−3.6%)
$38,500 + $106,700
$145,200
2020
$3,230 (+9.5%)
$38,500 + $106,700
$145,200
2019
$2,950 (+1.2%)
$35,100 + $98,300
$133,400
2018
$2,916 (+10.0%)
$35,100 + $98,300
$133,400
2017
$2,650 (+0.6%)
$30,700 + $87,600
$118,300
2016
$2,634 (+6.5%)
$27,500 + $79,000
$106,500
2013
$2,474
$25,300 + $73,800
$99,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
980
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
980
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10010375000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N3B
Neighborhood District
N3b is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s through 1970s typically in the ranch, split-level, or cottage style pursuant to House B building type in section 135-2.14 of this code and House C in section 135- 2.15 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Apr 4, 2016 • Final
Tidemark import - ele
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Des Moines, IA • 50310
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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64
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71
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50
34
38
21
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Feb
Mar
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May
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Aug
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
4.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1608 45th St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $140,000 and $236,500.
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