Welcome to 2311 50th St – a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch in the heart of Beaverdale. This move-in ready home offers almost 1,500 sqft of finished living space! 1,072 sqft on the main level plus over 400 sqft of finished living space in the basement, perfect for a family room, home office, or flex space. Enjoy peace of mind with all the major updates already done: brand-new kitchen and bathroom, new flooring, carpet, paint, and modern finishes throughout. The exterior shines with new siding, a new concrete driveway, and a 1-car detached garage. Located directly across from Tower Park, you’ll have quick access to green space, trails, and playgrounds. Just minutes from shopping and dining on Merle Hay Rd and a short drive to downtown Des Moines, this home combines charm, convenience, and quality. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a stylish home in one of Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods!
*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
54 ft.
Lot depth
138 ft.
Lot size
7,452 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10007269000000
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
Oct 3, 2025 • Final
Electrical (residential) - other
Electrical
Nov 7, 2024 • Final
Residential other building
Electrical
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
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
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.171
Lot Size Acres: 0.171
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B
Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 432
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,840
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.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,452 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10007269000000
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
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
3/10
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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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
4.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$233,000 – $282,000
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