Charming home full of potential. This property features original hardwood floors and upgraded windows. Home is being sold "As is". This home is waiting for your personal touches, making it an ideal choice for investors. The sewer line has been replaced from the house to the street.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
10,550 sq ftLot Size
$153Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Krzysztof (CHRIS K.) Chrzaszcz• Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Est. $1,202 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2521 57th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #741371
Oct 2, 2026
Sold
$110,000
$153/sq ft
Sep 20, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 15, 2026
Relisted
—
Aug 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 17, 2026
Price Changed
$140,000
$194/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Price Changed
$150,000
$208/sq ft
May 21, 2026
Listed
$159,000
$221/sq ft
DMMLS #306051
Jun 1, 2007
Sold
$100,500
$140/sq ft
May 7, 2007
Listed
$98,500
$137/sq ft
24 Hour Sale
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,804 (+6.4%)
$52,500 + $102,300
$154,800
2025
$2,636 (−1.3%)
$52,500 + $102,300
$154,800
2024
$2,672 (−2.7%)
$47,500 + $94,000
$141,500
2023
$2,746 (+0.8%)
$47,500 + $98,800
$146,300
2022
$2,724 (+2.9%)
$41,300 + $84,100
$125,400
2021
$2,646 (−3.5%)
$41,300 + $84,100
$125,400
2020
$2,742 (+8.9%)
$41,300 + $84,100
$125,400
2019
$2,518 (+1.3%)
$37,600 + $77,000
$114,600
2018
$2,486 (+8.9%)
$37,600 + $77,000
$114,600
2017
$2,282 (+1.8%)
$33,200 + $69,000
$102,200
2016
$2,242 (+7.6%)
$29,600 + $63,300
$92,900
2013
$2,084
$29,300 + $63,800
$93,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
211 ft.
Lot size
10,550 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
720
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10010326000000
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
Nov 3, 2025 • Final
Plumbing (residential) - other
Plumbing
Jul 26, 2024 • Final
Row - excavation or obstruction
Grading
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
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Basement Information: Partially Finished
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Other Features: Dining Area
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Metal Siding
Exterior Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.242
Lot Size Acres: 0.242
Lot Size Dimensions: 50X211
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,913
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Gas
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 720
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,550 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10010326000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hillis Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
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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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
Des Moines, IA • 50310
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 8% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$128,000 – $155,000
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