This 2-bed, 1-bath home sits in the heart of Beaverdale and is priced with condition in mind. Main level offers open living and dining space, galley kitchen with eat-in area, main floor bedroom, and full bath with tile floor and updated vanity. Solid core doors throughout. Upstairs, a generous bedroom with landing area and attic storage access. Unfinished basement. Detached 1-car garage, alley access, double-width driveway. Updates include: roof 2025, windows replaced by current owner, HVAC approx. 2016/2017 with updated ductwork, newer water heater. Some items remain for the next owner - but the big-ticket work is done. Priced accordingly and being sold in AS IS condition. Call your agent to schedule a showing.
Est. $1,299 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1615 48th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #739120
Jul 13, 2026
Sold
$153,000
$163/sq ft
May 18, 2026
Pending
—
May 8, 2026
Price Changed
$160,000
$171/sq ft
Apr 23, 2026
Listed
$175,000
$187/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,974 (+2.2%)
$48,800 + $129,700
$178,500
2024
$2,910 (−2.2%)
$43,200 + $115,200
$158,400
2023
$2,974 (+0.8%)
$43,200 + $115,200
$158,400
2022
$2,950 (+3.5%)
$38,200 + $96,900
$135,100
2021
$2,850 (−3.6%)
$38,200 + $96,900
$135,100
2020
$2,956 (+10.9%)
$38,200 + $96,900
$135,100
2019
$2,666 (+1.2%)
$34,900 + $87,900
$122,800
2018
$2,634 (+9.6%)
$34,900 + $87,900
$122,800
2017
$2,404 (+9.7%)
$30,500 + $77,200
$107,700
2016
$2,192 (+7.0%)
$27,300 + $70,100
$97,400
2013
$2,048
$25,300 + $65,900
$91,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
139 ft.
Lot size
6,950 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
938
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10005163000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 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.
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.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Partial
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Other Features: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Metal Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.16
Lot Size Acres: 0.16
Lot Size Dimensions: 50X139
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,365
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 938
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,950 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10005163000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Perkins Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Merrill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Roosevelt High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
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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
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$190,000 – $230,000
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