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Off market apr 2025 for $225K

$244,685

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,832/mo

•

835

sq ft

2203 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in the heart of Beaverdale! Bursting with character, this home features beautiful hardwood floors and fresh paint, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Arched transitions add a touch of elegance, seamlessly connecting each space. Step inside from the large front porch into an entryway with coat closets, leading into a warm, welcoming living room. The main level includes two comfortable bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large hall closet for extra storage. The functional eat-in kitchen offers plenty of space for cooking and dining, with easy access to the back deck—perfect for outdoor entertaining. The fully fenced backyard provides privacy and space for pets, gardening, or relaxing. The lower level expands the living space with a 3/4 bathroom, a large laundry room, ample storage, and a versatile additional living space complete with a wet bar. Whether you need a rec room, home office, or guest space, this home offers endless possibilities. A standout feature of this home is the oversized 2-car detached garage with a massive addition—ideal for a workshop, recreational vehicles, or even a garden shed. It’s truly a mechanic’s dream! Located just minutes from Target, Merle Hay’s restaurants and shops, and the charm of Beaverdale’s main street, this home offers both convenience and character.

Single-familyProperty Type

1951Year Built

7,020 sq ftLot Size

$293Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Misty Darling • BH&G Real Estate Innovations

Contact: (515) 962-5555

Bought with Misty Darling • BH&G Real Estate Innovations

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•Source:DMMLS #712975

Redfin Estimate

$244,685

$20K since sold in April 2025$2,000 since September

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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 8% higher than the average sale price ($227K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$205,000
A
2 beds2 baths796 sq ft
2205 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
2313 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$230,000
B
2 beds2 baths748 sq ft
2313 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$258,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,088 sq ft
2516 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$216,500
D
3 beds2 baths959 sq ft
1808 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$225,000
E
2 beds1 bath720 sq ft
1700 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$225,000
F
2 beds1 bath768 sq ft
2015 50th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50310

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Market trends in 50310, IA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

97.9%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$243K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

16d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

148

30 MoM

New listings for sale

$310,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,769 sq ft
2814 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$220,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,410 sq ft
3017 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
OPEN TODAY, 4PM TO 6PM
$315,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,464 sq ft
4707 Palm Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
$203,000
3 beds1 bath864 sq ft
2525 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
OPEN NOV 1, 1PM TO 3PM
$199,900
3 beds2 baths720 sq ft
2705 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
$314,900
4 beds3.5 baths1,957 sq ft
4700 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$149,900
3 beds2 baths912 sq ft
2505 Mann Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
$299,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,488 sq ft
1728 41st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$365,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,354 sq ft
3940 43rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$245,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,450 sq ft
3400 Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
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Sale history for 2203 51st St

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #712975

Apr 29, 2025

Sold

$225,000

$269/sq ft

Mar 13, 2025

Pending

—

Mar 6, 2025

Listed

$225,000

$269/sq ft

DMMLS #565238

Aug 17, 2018

Sold

$166,000

$199/sq ft

Jul 13, 2018

Pending

—

Jul 12, 2018

Listed

$159,900

$191/sq ft

+10

DMMLS #404370

Nov 2, 2012

Sold

$85,500

$102/sq ft

Jul 20, 2012

Listed

$89,900

$108/sq ft

+17

The first 15 days on the market are reserved for owner occupied buyers. This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage & Renovation Mortgage. A little TLC will make this a nice home. There is a family room and 3/4 bath in the lower level. There is a garage that is 24x24 plus additional garage attached behind it and the rear yard is fenced. There is a deck on the front & rear sides of the home. There is metal siding that eliminates a lot of maintenance issues.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,884 (+2.3%)

$54,400 + $178,300

$232,700

2024

$3,796 (+0.9%)

$48,900 + $163,200

$212,100

2023

$3,762 (+0.9%)

$48,900 + $163,200

$212,100

2022

$3,730 (+6.2%)

$41,700 + $130,200

$171,900

2021

$3,512 (−3.5%)

$41,700 + $130,200

$171,900

2020

$3,640 (+11.8%)

$41,700 + $130,200

$171,900

2019

$3,256 (+1.2%)

$36,800 + $115,800

$152,600

2018

$3,218 (+6.8%)

$36,800 + $115,800

$152,600

2017

$3,012 (+7.1%)

$33,200 + $96,500

$129,700

2016

$2,812 (−1.6%)

$30,100 + $89,800

$119,900

2013

$2,858

$28,200 + $86,300

$114,500

Tax history for 2203 51st St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,884 (+2.3%)

$54,400 + $178,300

$232,700

2024

$3,796 (+0.9%)

$48,900 + $163,200

$212,100

2023

$3,762 (+0.9%)

$48,900 + $163,200

$212,100

2022

$3,730 (+6.2%)

$41,700 + $130,200

$171,900

2021

$3,512 (−3.5%)

$41,700 + $130,200

$171,900

2020

$3,640 (+11.8%)

$41,700 + $130,200

$171,900

2019

$3,256 (+1.2%)

$36,800 + $115,800

$152,600

2018

$3,218 (+6.8%)

$36,800 + $115,800

$152,600

2017

$3,012 (+7.1%)

$33,200 + $96,500

$129,700

2016

$2,812 (−1.6%)

$30,100 + $89,800

$119,900

2013

$2,858

$28,200 + $86,300

$114,500

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

52 ft.

Lot depth

135 ft.

Lot size

7,020 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

835

Year built

1951

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10008928000000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 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: 2

Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Basement Information: Partially Finished

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

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

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Metal Siding
Has Home Warranty

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Wood, Full

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.161
Lot Size Acres: 0.161
Lot Size Dimensions: 52X135
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Zoning: N3B

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 225
Foundation Details: Block

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,100.71
Tax Year: 2024

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: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 835
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,020 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10008928000000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Hillis Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

1/10

Merrill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi

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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Des Moines, IA • 50310

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Estimated sale price

$233,000 – $282,000

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Home values near 2203 51st St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2223 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 732 Sq. Ft.	$219,012
2207 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 960 Sq. Ft.	$270,969

Address	Redfin Estimate
2208 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 795 Sq. Ft.	$229,275
2211 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 840 Sq. Ft.	$203,406

Address	Redfin Estimate
2107 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 840 Sq. Ft.	$213,750
2215 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1128 Sq. Ft.	$235,495

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