Welcome to this beautifully renovated Beaverdale bungalow with over 1800sf of living space. Conveniently located in the heart of Des Moines, near wonderful amenities and a quick drive to anywhere in the Metro. The main level features an open floor plan & high ceilings, with 3 bedrooms, an updated bathroom, and a great room with an updated kitchen and new appliances (included for your convenience)! Upstairs, the finished attic provides a large 4th bedroom for guests, a home office, or additional family space. The finished lower level includes a spacious family room with an egress window (potential 5th bedroom), laundry room and lots of storage. Step outside on the new deck, overlooking the massive, fully privacy-fenced backyard with lush gardens and landscaped areas, ideal for relaxing or gatherings. The huge 700 sf garage features 10 ft ceilings and plenty of space for hobbies & storage - it is a mechanics dream! Recent updates include new furnace, central air, water heater, water softener and appliances. The roof, gutters and windows were also replaced in 2021. Two new sump pumps have been installed with a back up system for peace of mind, and radon mitigation is in place for added safety. This home is well maintained and move in ready! Call your favorite realtor today for a tour, and make this Your New Home!
This 1800 square feet updated home in Beaverdale is exactly what you have been looking for. This open floor plan includes a completely remodeled kitchen with slow close cabinets and drawers, quartz countertops, new vinyl tile flooring and recessed lighting. Take a relaxing bath in the brand new thermal massage bathtub or enjoy a cocktail on the deck overlooking the massive lighted backyard. The upstairs provides 475 square feet for a 4th non conforming bedroom. Don't forget to check out the finished basement with recently added egress window and the 5th non conforming bedroom with additional 300 square feet not reflected on the assessors page. New windows, roof and gutters in 2021 and a 700 square foot mechanics dream garage with 10ft ceilings in 2017. Call to see it in person!
DMMLS #333673
Oct 23, 2008
Sold
$79,000
$57/sq ft
Aug 11, 2008
Listed
$87,000
$63/sq ft
Great house at a great price! Cute 3 bedroom bungalow with just a few cosmetics needed. Wood laminate floors in living and dining room. Partially finished basement. Nice size deck off back with HUGE backyard. Concrete slab is poured for garage! Don't miss this one! Home inspection is for buyers knowledge only. Water will not be turned on. Purchaser should utilize alternative means to determine plumbing condition such as an air pressure test.
Public Records
Jul 20, 2005
Sold
$105,000
$75/sq ft
DMMLS #259096
May 12, 2005
Listed
$105,000
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,384 (+11.0%)
$59,000 + $176,900
$235,900
2025
$3,950 (+2.2%)
$59,000 + $176,900
$235,900
2024
$3,866 (+17.7%)
$51,500 + $155,500
$207,000
2023
$3,284 (+0.9%)
$51,500 + $155,500
$207,000
2022
$3,256 (−6.4%)
$44,700 + $103,500
$148,200
2021
$3,478 (−14.0%)
$44,700 + $103,500
$148,200
2020
$4,046 (+11.0%)
$44,700 + $103,500
$148,200
2019
$3,646 (+12.0%)
$42,500 + $96,900
$139,400
2018
$3,256 (+10.2%)
$42,500 + $113,600
$156,100
2017
$2,954 (+16.3%)
$37,100 + $85,300
$122,400
2016
$2,540 (+7.8%)
$32,800 + $76,400
$109,200
2013
$2,356
$28,600 + $67,000
$95,600
Tax history for 2819 51st St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,384 (+11.0%)
$59,000 + $176,900
$235,900
2025
$3,950 (+2.2%)
$59,000 + $176,900
$235,900
2024
$3,866 (+17.7%)
$51,500 + $155,500
$207,000
2023
$3,284 (+0.9%)
$51,500 + $155,500
$207,000
2022
$3,256 (−6.4%)
$44,700 + $103,500
$148,200
2021
$3,478 (−14.0%)
$44,700 + $103,500
$148,200
2020
$4,046 (+11.0%)
$44,700 + $103,500
$148,200
2019
$3,646 (+12.0%)
$42,500 + $96,900
$139,400
2018
$3,256 (+10.2%)
$42,500 + $113,600
$156,100
2017
$2,954 (+16.3%)
$37,100 + $85,300
$122,400
2016
$2,540 (+7.8%)
$32,800 + $76,400
$109,200
2013
$2,356
$28,600 + $67,000
$95,600
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
77 ft.
Lot depth
202 ft.
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
1,392
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10003987001000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Aug 7, 2026 • Final
Plumbing (residential) - other
Plumbing
Jul 28, 2023 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - other
HVAC
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.