2005 31st St is a 972 square foot house on a 6,170 square foot lot with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. - it last sold on May 07, 2026 for $180,000. Based on Redfin's Des Moines data, we estimate the home's value is $216,853.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
6,170 sq ftLot Size
$223Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jerry Drymon• EXIT Realty North Star
Bought with Jerry Drymon• EXIT Realty North Star
Source:DMMLS #668007
Redfin Estimate
$216,853
$37K since sold in May 2026$9,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 22.5% higher than the average sale price ($177K) of 6 comparable homes.
Don’t miss your chance to own this charming & move-in ready home! When you walk in the front door, you will be sure to appreciate the living room featuring original hardwood floors and space to entertain. The updated kitchen with newer cabinets, tile backsplash, floors and countertops is located off the living room with easy access to the fenced year yard through newer patio doors to have your dinner on the deck OR patio. Two bedrooms and full bath finish the main level. The 2nd level offers a spacious third bedroom with generous ceiling heights. Updates include newer roof, windows, central air, Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
Public Records
May 25, 2016
Sold
$125,000
$129/sq ft
DMMLS #515661
May 24, 2016
Sold
$124,900
$128/sq ft
Apr 20, 2016
Listed
$124,900
$128/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 10, 2006
Sold
$98,500
$101/sq ft
DMMLS #280844
Apr 21, 2006
Listed
$100,000
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,696 (+2.0%)
$35,300 + $164,800
$200,100
2024
$3,622 (+0.4%)
$31,900 + $152,200
$184,100
2023
$3,608 (+0.8%)
$31,900 + $152,200
$184,100
2022
$3,580 (+1.8%)
$27,600 + $125,500
$153,100
2021
$3,518 (−3.8%)
$27,600 + $125,500
$153,100
2020
$3,656 (+8.4%)
$27,600 + $125,500
$153,100
2019
$3,372 (+1.0%)
$25,300 + $115,700
$141,000
2018
$3,338 (+18.7%)
$25,300 + $115,700
$141,000
2017
$2,812 (+23.7%)
$22,100 + $103,400
$125,500
2016
$2,274 (+8.1%)
$19,700 + $84,260
$103,960
2013
$2,104
$16,400 + $79,900
$96,300
Tax history for 2005 31st St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,696 (+2.0%)
$35,300 + $164,800
$200,100
2024
$3,622 (+0.4%)
$31,900 + $152,200
$184,100
2023
$3,608 (+0.8%)
$31,900 + $152,200
$184,100
2022
$3,580 (+1.8%)
$27,600 + $125,500
$153,100
2021
$3,518 (−3.8%)
$27,600 + $125,500
$153,100
2020
$3,656 (+8.4%)
$27,600 + $125,500
$153,100
2019
$3,372 (+1.0%)
$25,300 + $115,700
$141,000
2018
$3,338 (+18.7%)
$25,300 + $115,700
$141,000
2017
$2,812 (+23.7%)
$22,100 + $103,400
$125,500
2016
$2,274 (+8.1%)
$19,700 + $84,260
$103,960
2013
$2,104
$16,400 + $79,900
$96,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
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
May 24, 2016 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Remodel
Jul 18, 2015 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
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.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 720
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Forced Air Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete Block
Building Style Type: Conventional
Exterior Wall: Metal Siding
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: LINNWOOD PARK
Living Sq. Ft: 972
Building Sq. Ft: 1,692
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1 Story With Basement
Legal Description: -EX E 15F- N 20F LOT 41 & -EX E 15F- LOT 42 LINNWOOD PARK
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 280
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 6,170
Legal Lot Number: 41
Municipality Type: DES MOINES
Acres: 0.142
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 972
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,170 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10008525000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Monroe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
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Meredith Middle School
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Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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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
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$207,000 – $250,000
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