Charm and character throughout this lovely 1.5stry in the heart of Beaverdale. Original hardwood floors, wide oak trim and glass doorknobs all in great condition, something you don't find very often anymore! Spacious living room and cozy kitchen, updated full bath, and upstairs living space for crafts, office, spare room, etc. Quaint front porch plus screened in 3 seasons room off the back. Very clean and usable partially finished basement! Fully fenced yard, radon mitigation, all appliances stay plus washer/dryer. This one has preserved all the charm and character you look for in an older home, all in great condition. Come and see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$216Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Benjamin Bjorholm• 1 Percent Lists Evolution
Bought with Sara Timmons• EXP Realty, LLC
Source:DMMLS #636284
Redfin Estimate
$223,779
$29K since sold in March 2025$7,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 4.4% higher than the average sale price ($214K) of 6 comparable homes.
Charm and character throughout this lovely 1.5stry in the heart of Beaverdale. Original hardwood floors, wide oak trim and glass doorknobs all in great condition, something you don't find very often anymore! Spacious living room and cozy kitchen, updated full bath, and upstairs living space for crafts, office, spare room, etc. Quaint front porch plus screened in 3 seasons room off the back. Very clean and usable partially finished basement! Fully fenced yard, radon mitigation, all appliances stay plus washer/dryer. This one has preserved all the charm and character you look for in an older home, all in great condition. Come and see!
DMMLS #595964
Jan 28, 2020
Sold
$143,500
$138/sq ft
Jan 6, 2020
Pending
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Dec 7, 2019
Price Changed
$148,500
$143/sq ft
Dec 6, 2019
Listed
$158,000
$152/sq ft
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Charming Beaverdale home! This 3 bedroom home has oodles of character! The enclosed front porch begs you to kick off your shoes and enjoy a good book. Upon entering you will notice the hardwood floors and beautiful light from the windows shining on the open living room & dining room. Two bedrooms off to the right as well as a well-designed bathroom with built-in storage. The attic space is your third bedroom with new windows and loads of potential! Heading to the kitchen you will notice a window over the sink looking into the enclosed back porch and out into the fenced back yard. .. plenty of areas to create your home sweet home! HSA Home Warranty included with 7 Star Upgrade. Check it out today! NFC financing available.
DMMLS #588446
Dec 6, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Dec 2, 2019
Price Changed
$148,500
$143/sq ft
Nov 5, 2019
Price Changed
$150,000
$145/sq ft
Oct 4, 2019
Price Changed
$152,500
$147/sq ft
Sep 13, 2019
Price Changed
$155,000
$149/sq ft
Aug 2, 2019
Listed
$158,000
$152/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 23, 2015
Sold
$126,500
$122/sq ft
DMMLS #449753
Mar 3, 2015
Listed
$125,000
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 2, 2011
Sold
$121,000
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 13, 2010
Sold
$121,000
$117/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,728 (−1.0%)
$40,000 + $162,200
$202,200
2025
$3,766 (+2.1%)
$40,000 + $162,200
$202,200
2024
$3,690 (−0.4%)
$36,200 + $151,400
$187,600
2023
$3,704 (+0.8%)
$36,200 + $151,400
$187,600
2022
$3,676 (+2.2%)
$31,300 + $125,900
$157,200
2021
$3,596 (+2.5%)
$31,300 + $125,900
$157,200
2020
$3,508 (+8.0%)
$31,300 + $125,900
$157,200
2019
$3,248 (+1.2%)
$28,700 + $115,400
$144,100
2018
$3,210 (+9.3%)
$28,700 + $115,400
$144,100
2017
$2,936 (+29.7%)
$25,100 + $104,300
$129,400
2016
$2,264 (+8.8%)
$22,400 + $94,700
$117,100
2013
$2,080
$21,000 + $72,900
$93,900
Tax history for 2318 40th Pl
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,728 (−1.0%)
$40,000 + $162,200
$202,200
2025
$3,766 (+2.1%)
$40,000 + $162,200
$202,200
2024
$3,690 (−0.4%)
$36,200 + $151,400
$187,600
2023
$3,704 (+0.8%)
$36,200 + $151,400
$187,600
2022
$3,676 (+2.2%)
$31,300 + $125,900
$157,200
2021
$3,596 (+2.5%)
$31,300 + $125,900
$157,200
2020
$3,508 (+8.0%)
$31,300 + $125,900
$157,200
2019
$3,248 (+1.2%)
$28,700 + $115,400
$144,100
2018
$3,210 (+9.3%)
$28,700 + $115,400
$144,100
2017
$2,936 (+29.7%)
$25,100 + $104,300
$129,400
2016
$2,264 (+8.8%)
$22,400 + $94,700
$117,100
2013
$2,080
$21,000 + $72,900
$93,900
*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
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
Feb 25, 2026 • Final
Plumbing (residential) - other
Plumbing
Aug 1, 2023 • Final
Residential other building
Addition
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: 768
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: Very Good
Foundation Type: Masonry
Building Style Type: Bungalow
Exterior Wall: Asbestos
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: BROADMOOR
Living Sq. Ft: 1,037
Building Sq. Ft: 1,805
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1 Story With Basement
Legal Description: LOT 17 BLK 1 BROADMOOR
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 240
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 7,000
Legal Lot Number: 17
Legal Block Number: 1
Municipality Type: DES MOINES
Acres: 0.161
Depth Footage: 140
Front Footage: 50
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,037
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: 1947
County: Polk County
APN: 10001818000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hillis Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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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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Estimated sale price
$213,000 – $258,000
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