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Off Market May 2023 for $230K

$243,975

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,170/mo

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1,037

sq ft

1815 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

Step inside this all-brick charmer in the heart of Des Moines! Extremely well maintained throughout including, newer carpet, updated bathroom, newer windows, and partially finished basement that has newer HVAC as well! Enjoy meal time at the updated eat-in kitchen. This adorable home has 2 bedrooms on the main level, as well as a full bath and a spacious living room. Proceed upstairs to the largest bedroom in the house. The basement offers just under 400 square ft of living space that can be used as a living room, game room, etc. Also, a large storage area in the basement is available. The back yard has undergone a transformation with a fence and some tree removal, providing a large area to enjoy! Easy access to I-235, shopping, grocery, and restaurants! Call me quick on this one, it won't be around long!!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1949Year Built

6,985 sq ftLot Size

$235Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Michael Jenkins • Weichert, Miller & Clark

Contact: (515) 232-7355

Bought with Ethan Freeman • RE/MAX Precision

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•Source:DMMLS #670532

Redfin Estimate

$243,975

$14K since sold in May 2023$2,000 since August

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Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 12.1% higher than the average sale price ($218K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$242,500
A
3 beds1 bath1,079 sq ft
5820 Francis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$239,870
B
3 beds1 bath1,114 sq ft
1605 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$225,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,085 sq ft
1704 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$216,500
D
3 beds2 baths959 sq ft
1808 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$215,000
E
3 beds1 bath964 sq ft
1628 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$166,500
F
3 beds1 bath672 sq ft
1912 59th St, Des Moines, IA 50322

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$1,456/mo

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Market trends in 50310, IA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.5%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$242K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

14d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

184

1 MoM

New listings for sale

$185,000
2 beds1 bath971 sq ft
4207 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
$139,900
3 beds2 baths1,122 sq ft
2701 Mondamin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
$115,000
2 beds1 bath600 sq ft
2004 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$270,000
3 beds2 baths1,418 sq ft
3921 41st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$255,000
3 beds2 baths1,008 sq ft
3416 Crestmoor Pl, Des Moines, IA 50310
$299,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,764 sq ft
2018 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$245,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,119 sq ft
1900 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$375,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,734 sq ft
3909 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
$239,900
3 beds2 baths1,289 sq ft
2824 44th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$174,900
2 beds1 bath792 sq ft
1807 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
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Sale history for 1815 56th St

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

May 16, 2023

Sold

$230,500

$222/sq ft

CIBOR #62010

May 12, 2023

Sold

$230,200

$222/sq ft

Apr 17, 2023

Pending

—

Apr 6, 2023

Listed

$229,900

$222/sq ft

DMMLS #670532

May 12, 2023

Sold

$230,200

$222/sq ft

Apr 15, 2023

Pending

—

Apr 6, 2023

Listed

$229,900

$222/sq ft

DMMLS #584100

Jul 10, 2019

Sold

$167,000

$161/sq ft

Jun 11, 2019

Pending

—

Jun 5, 2019

Listed

$167,500

$162/sq ft

+12

MUST SEE - 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom 1.5 story brick home! Many updates throughout including, New carpet, updated bathroom, granite in kitchen, windows, roof, and partially finished basement. It also features a Professional basement trench system with warranty! Two bedrooms on the main floor and spacious bright living room with eat in kitchen. Upstairs has a master bedroom with great space! Basement has ample of space for storage or another living room / playroom / man cave! Includes 1 car detached garage and beautiful fenced in backyard! Easy access to I-235, shopping, grocery, and restaurants! This home will not last long – schedule an appointment today!

Public Records

Jan 28, 2014

Sold

$75,000

$72/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 1, 2013

Sold

$50,000

$48/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,764 (+2.1%)

$43,000 + $167,000

$210,000

2024

$3,688 (+1.6%)

$37,900 + $149,600

$187,500

2023

$3,630 (+0.8%)

$37,900 + $149,600

$187,500

2022

$3,600 (+5.1%)

$34,200 + $128,700

$162,900

2021

$3,424 (+20.0%)

$34,200 + $128,700

$162,900

2020

$2,854 (+10.1%)

$34,200 + $128,700

$162,900

2019

$2,592 (+1.2%)

$30,500 + $115,300

$145,800

2018

$2,562 (+11.6%)

$30,500 + $88,400

$118,900

2017

$2,296 (−2.2%)

$26,600 + $78,400

$105,000

2016

$2,348 (−12.3%)

$23,200 + $70,200

$93,400

2013

$2,678

$20,400 + $76,700

$97,100

Tax history for 1815 56th St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,764 (+2.1%)

$43,000 + $167,000

$210,000

2024

$3,688 (+1.6%)

$37,900 + $149,600

$187,500

2023

$3,630 (+0.8%)

$37,900 + $149,600

$187,500

2022

$3,600 (+5.1%)

$34,200 + $128,700

$162,900

2021

$3,424 (+20.0%)

$34,200 + $128,700

$162,900

2020

$2,854 (+10.1%)

$34,200 + $128,700

$162,900

2019

$2,592 (+1.2%)

$30,500 + $115,300

$145,800

2018

$2,562 (+11.6%)

$30,500 + $88,400

$118,900

2017

$2,296 (−2.2%)

$26,600 + $78,400

$105,000

2016

$2,348 (−12.3%)

$23,200 + $70,200

$93,400

2013

$2,678

$20,400 + $76,700

$97,100

*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

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

55 ft.

Lot depth

127 ft.

Lot size

6,985 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,037

Year built

1949

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10009699000000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

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

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: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Basement Information: Partially Finished

Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove

Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick, Vinyl Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fully Fenced, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood, Full

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.16
Lot Size Acres: 0.16
Lot Size Dimensions: 55X127
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Zoning: R1-60

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 375
Foundation Details: Block

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,600

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: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,037
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,985 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10009699000000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Windsor Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

3/10

Merrill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

7/10

Roosevelt High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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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Des Moines, IA • 50310

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Estimated sale price

$232,000 – $281,000

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Home values near 1815 56th St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1811 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1037 Sq. Ft.	$242,914
1801 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 768 Sq. Ft.	$193,772

Address	Redfin Estimate
1731 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 768 Sq. Ft.	$201,210
1807 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1438 Sq. Ft.	$258,406

Address	Redfin Estimate
1805 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 768 Sq. Ft.	$186,657
1812 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1236 Sq. Ft.	$259,466

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