Welcome to this charming story and a half home in the highly desired neighborhood of Beaverdale, Iowa! This home offers 3 cozy bedrooms and 1 and a half bathrooms, perfect for your growing family or as a cozy retreat. This home has been lovingly maintained and boasts a classic charm with all the must-have upgrades. The kitchen and bathrooms have been beautifully updated with modern finishes and all appliances are included, making this home truly turnkey. Enjoy the convenience of being just blocks away from some of the best restaurants, grocery stores, and boutiques in the area. This is the perfect location for those who want to experience the best of what Beaverdale has to offer. Come see this adorable home for yourself and fall in love with its charming details and ideal location. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a piece of the Beaverdale community! All information obtained from seller and public records.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$223Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Samantha Hogan• RE/MAX Precision
Listed by Timothy Scheib• RE/MAX Precision
Contact: (515) 783-2732
Bought with Beth Ernst• Keller Williams Realty GDM
This absolutely charming 3 bed, 1.5 bath Beaverdale home welcomes you with a covered front porch+swing, and a beautifully landscaped and shaded front yard. Easy living and entertaining with an open first floor plan - leading from the living room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, into the bright dining room and spacious kitchen (lots of storage and counter space!). Kitchen provides easy access to the large, sunny backyard with patio. Entire second floor is a master suite - sizable enough for a king-sized bed and dressers - with a half bath and walk-in closet. Crisp and clean basement is set-up with workout and laundry areas with extra space for storage. One car detached garage. Friendly block and location within walking distance to all Beaverdale amenities round out this lovely home and property.
Public Records
Mar 3, 2017
Sold
$175,000
$153/sq ft
DMMLS #530427
Mar 2, 2017
Sold
$174,900
$153/sq ft
Jan 4, 2017
Listed
$174,900
$153/sq ft
Here is what you’ve been looking for! As soon as your walk in the door you are going to fall in love with this Beaverdale charmer. Open floor plan with spacious kitchen; you are going to love all the counter and storage space. Lovely fireplace with barn-wood mantle and new surround tile. Second level has the master suite with a half bathroom and a very large walk in closet. Lots of storage space in basement. One car garage in great condition – you can actually park your car in there. Fully fenced in backyard. Updates include – new roof (Nov 2016), new interior paint, updated light fixtures, fencing in back yard. This home is minutes from the grocery store, shops and interstate access. Don’t miss this one!
Public Records
Aug 16, 2016
Sold
$158,000
$138/sq ft
DMMLS #521526
Aug 15, 2016
Sold
$157,900
$138/sq ft
Jul 7, 2016
Listed
$157,900
$138/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 5, 2006
Sold
$149,500
$131/sq ft
DMMLS #260406
May 27, 2005
Listed
$69,900
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,220 (+2.0%)
$45,600 + $187,200
$232,800
2024
$4,136 (+4.7%)
$41,000 + $169,200
$210,200
2023
$3,950 (+0.8%)
$41,000 + $169,200
$210,200
2022
$3,918 (+3.3%)
$36,200 + $140,300
$176,500
2021
$3,794 (−3.6%)
$36,200 + $140,300
$176,500
2020
$3,936 (+7.7%)
$36,200 + $140,300
$176,500
2019
$3,654 (+1.2%)
$33,100 + $127,500
$160,600
2018
$3,612 (+15.8%)
$33,100 + $127,500
$160,600
2017
$3,120 (+7.4%)
$29,500 + $115,000
$144,500
2016
$2,906 (+7.1%)
$25,800 + $101,300
$127,100
2013
$2,714
$24,500 + $96,900
$121,400
Tax history for 2008 38th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,220 (+2.0%)
$45,600 + $187,200
$232,800
2024
$4,136 (+4.7%)
$41,000 + $169,200
$210,200
2023
$3,950 (+0.8%)
$41,000 + $169,200
$210,200
2022
$3,918 (+3.3%)
$36,200 + $140,300
$176,500
2021
$3,794 (−3.6%)
$36,200 + $140,300
$176,500
2020
$3,936 (+7.7%)
$36,200 + $140,300
$176,500
2019
$3,654 (+1.2%)
$33,100 + $127,500
$160,600
2018
$3,612 (+15.8%)
$33,100 + $127,500
$160,600
2017
$3,120 (+7.4%)
$29,500 + $115,000
$144,500
2016
$2,906 (+7.1%)
$25,800 + $101,300
$127,100
2013
$2,714
$24,500 + $96,900
$121,400
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,142
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10001425000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N4
Neighborhood District
N4 is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly with a mix of cottages, constructed mainly of masonry or stone pursuant to House C building type in section 135-2.15 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Mar 9, 2027 • Active
Plumbing (residential) - other
Plumbing
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
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
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Gas Log
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet
Other Features: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Metal Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fully Fenced, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood, Full
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.161
Lot Size Acres: 0.161
Lot Size Dimensions: 50X140
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N4
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,167.74
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: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,142
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10001425000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Perkins Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Merrill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
7/10
Roosevelt High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$243,000 – $294,000
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