Move-in ready home in the desirable Waveland Park neighborhood with numerous updates already completed for the next owner. Major improvements include newer roof and siding (2021), under mounted lighting in gutters, newer driveway, basement waterproofing, radon mitigation system (updated motor 2025), sump pump replaced and furnace with humidifier. Inside you'll find updated new front door, light fixtures, paint and flooring throughout, along with an oak kitchen featuring granite countertops and great cabinet space, all appliances stay with the home. The main level offers flexible living areas including a cozy family room with electric fireplace, convenient first-floor laundry (new washer/dryer 20205), and a spacious primary suite with whirlpool tub, separate shower, and granite vanity with built-ins. Upstairs features a large bedroom, half bath, and excellent storage. The lower level includes a partially finished space perfect for a rec room or entertaining area with wet bar and refrigerator included, plus additional storage space for mechanicals. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced backyard along with attractive raised garden beds and updated landscaping. Great opportunity to own a well-maintained home in one of Des Moines most established neighborhoods close to parks, schools, and city amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
9,240 sq ftLot Size
$195Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Annie Mitchell• RE/MAX Concepts
Listed by Gabriel Mitchell• RE/MAX Concepts
Contact: (515) 681-9463
Bought with Erin Rundall• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with Staci Burr• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Est. $1,567 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1717 45th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #736139
May 1, 2026
Sold
$277,000
$195/sq ft
Mar 20, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 12, 2026
Listed
$280,000
$197/sq ft
DMMLS #694859
Jun 11, 2024
Sold
$240,000
$169/sq ft
May 8, 2024
Pending
—
May 8, 2024
Listed
$240,000
$169/sq ft
Public Records
May 26, 2021
Sold
$215,000
$151/sq ft
DMMLS #626398
May 27, 2021
Listing Removed
—
May 25, 2021
Sold
$214,900
$151/sq ft
Apr 13, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 12, 2021
Listed
$202,900
$143/sq ft
+20
Wonderful, bright, and fully updated home in the peaceful Waveland Park Neighborhood! This home boasts pride of ownership at every viewpoint. Sellers have done extensive updating/maintenance to all major components giving you trouble free living. You name it, it’s been done! Roof, siding, windows, basement waterproofing, new driveway and landscaping, Radon Mitigation, Oak Kitchen w/ granite counters! Living room is currently being used as the dining room for family parties. Family room w/ gas frpl is perfect for winding down. 1st Floor laundry, master w/ Main floor bath features whirlpool, shower, huge vanity w/ granite plus built-ins. Upstairs is a large bedroom, half bath and loads of storage space. Lower level has one side that is partial finished w/ room for all plus a dry bar with frig included. The other side is being used for storage and HVAC. The retaining walls with their raised gardens along the front and side entries to the home are easy to care for. A must see home!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,496 (−2.4%)
$57,900 + $201,600
$259,500
2024
$4,608 (−1.7%)
$51,300 + $182,900
$234,200
2023
$4,688 (+0.8%)
$51,300 + $182,900
$234,200
2022
$4,652 (+6.6%)
$45,300 + $153,600
$198,900
2021
$4,362 (−3.6%)
$45,300 + $153,600
$198,900
2020
$4,526 (+8.6%)
$45,300 + $153,600
$198,900
2019
$4,168 (+1.2%)
$41,400 + $142,000
$183,400
2018
$4,120 (+8.3%)
$41,400 + $142,000
$183,400
2017
$3,804 (+5.9%)
$36,200 + $127,400
$163,600
2016
$3,592 (+6.7%)
$32,400 + $116,800
$149,200
2013
$3,366
$30,800 + $113,100
$143,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
66 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
9,240 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
1,421
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10011632000000
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.