Well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch home in the heart of Des Moines with quick interstate access and close proximity to bike trails and walking paths. This home features beautiful original oak hardwood floors, a refreshed kitchen and updated bathroom, and a partially finished basement offering additional living space or rec room potential. All kitchen appliances are included. Fully fenced backyard and storage shed—ideal for pets, entertaining, or outdoor living. SimpliSafe Security doorbell and back camera also included. Conveniently located near Beaverdale, shopping, restaurants, parks, and major commuter routes. Great opportunity for a truly move in ready home for first-time home buyers, downsizers, or investors looking for a solid rental property in a desirable location. Schedule your private showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
6,600 sq ftLot Size
$241Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Richard Grubb• Realty ONE Group Impact
Contact: (515) 779-2192
Bought with Jason Scott• Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
All you need to do is move and set up house! All the major work and expenses have been done. This three-bedroom ranch home has a fenced backyard and beautiful mature tree in the front and backyards. Some of the updates include new roof, windows, HVAC system, hot water heater, complete kitchen and bathroom remodel, additional insulation in side walls and attic. This home has original oak hardwood floors and tremendous character. Located in an NFC lending area. This well cared for and extremely clean home is located in a convenient west side neighborhood across the street from bike and walking path.
DMMLS #441187
Oct 16, 2014
Sold
$49,900
$52/sq ft
Aug 14, 2014
Listed
$49,900
$52/sq ft
+10
3 bedroom 1 bath ranch with family room
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,670 (+9.0%)
$40,700 + $158,600
$199,300
2025
$3,368 (+2.2%)
$40,700 + $158,600
$199,300
2024
$3,296 (−11.3%)
$35,800 + $142,200
$178,000
2023
$3,716 (+0.8%)
$35,800 + $142,200
$178,000
2022
$3,688 (+4.7%)
$32,300 + $125,400
$157,700
2021
$3,522 (−3.7%)
$32,300 + $125,400
$157,700
2020
$3,658 (+8.3%)
$32,300 + $125,400
$157,700
2019
$3,378 (+1.0%)
$28,800 + $112,300
$141,100
2018
$3,344 (+11.3%)
$28,800 + $112,300
$141,100
2017
$3,004 (+13.5%)
$25,100 + $100,600
$125,700
2016
$2,646 (+5.0%)
$21,900 + $89,200
$111,100
2013
$2,520
$19,300 + $80,300
$99,600
Tax history for 1628 55th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,670 (+9.0%)
$40,700 + $158,600
$199,300
2025
$3,368 (+2.2%)
$40,700 + $158,600
$199,300
2024
$3,296 (−11.3%)
$35,800 + $142,200
$178,000
2023
$3,716 (+0.8%)
$35,800 + $142,200
$178,000
2022
$3,688 (+4.7%)
$32,300 + $125,400
$157,700
2021
$3,522 (−3.7%)
$32,300 + $125,400
$157,700
2020
$3,658 (+8.3%)
$32,300 + $125,400
$157,700
2019
$3,378 (+1.0%)
$28,800 + $112,300
$141,100
2018
$3,344 (+11.3%)
$28,800 + $112,300
$141,100
2017
$3,004 (+13.5%)
$25,100 + $100,600
$125,700
2016
$2,646 (+5.0%)
$21,900 + $89,200
$111,100
2013
$2,520
$19,300 + $80,300
$99,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
132 ft.
Lot size
6,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
964
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10011740000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 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
Dec 3, 2014 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Electrical
HVAC
Plumbing
Remodel
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.
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Windsor Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Merrill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Roosevelt High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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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
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 9% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$221,000 – $268,000
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