Location, privacy, and space -this charming Waveland Park home has it all. Situated just off Franklin Ave, you are minutes from local shops, parks, and trails. Inside, the main level boasts gorgeous flow with three bedrooms and a full bath. The lower level is a massive bonus, featuring a second full bath and a spacious layout primed for the perfect man cave or game-day central. Outdoor living is a breeze with a long, double-wide driveway leading to a single-stall garage and an attached deck. The standout feature is the backyard: a private oasis framed by a beautiful tree line, offering a peaceful escape right in the middle of the city. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Est. $1,493 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1808 55th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #741137
Aug 14, 2026
Sold
$216,500
$226/sq ft
Jul 20, 2026
Pending
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Jun 23, 2026
Price Changed
$219,000
$228/sq ft
May 21, 2026
Listed
$229,000
$239/sq ft
DMMLS #561019
Jun 13, 2018
Sold
$155,000
$162/sq ft
May 16, 2018
Pending
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May 14, 2018
Listed
$149,900
$156/sq ft
+6
Lots of updates in this nice Des Moines home. New kitchen, new windows, new appliances and flooring in 2016.
Public Records
Mar 3, 2016
Sold
$60,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,170 (+2.2%)
$46,500 + $142,100
$188,600
2024
$3,102 (−5.7%)
$41,000 + $127,100
$168,100
2023
$3,288 (+0.8%)
$41,000 + $127,100
$168,100
2022
$3,262 (+5.5%)
$37,000 + $111,400
$148,400
2021
$3,092 (−3.6%)
$37,000 + $111,400
$148,400
2020
$3,206 (+73.9%)
$37,000 + $111,400
$148,400
2019
$1,844 (−10.1%)
$32,900 + $99,600
$132,500
2018
$2,052 (+12.7%)
$32,900 + $99,600
$132,500
2017
$1,820 (+41.1%)
$28,800 + $48,300
$77,100
2016
$1,290 (−5.7%)
$25,100 + $42,200
$67,300
2013
$1,368
$22,000 + $38,600
$60,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
59 ft.
Lot depth
127 ft.
Lot size
7,556 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
959
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10009696000000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 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.