Prepare to be charmed by this adorable cape cod home in the heart of Des Moines. This storybook property is the perfect embodiment of cozy living with its gorgeous hardwood floors, warm and inviting wood-burning fireplace, elegant built-in bookcases in the living room, and charming corner hutches in the dining room. You’ll want to spend all your days in the dreamy 3-season porch as it looks out to nature and the fully fenced-in backyard. The beautifully redone kitchen with brand new appliances is every cook's dream, offering a perfect blend of style and functionality. This fantastic floor plan boasts 4 bedrooms upstairs, 2 bathrooms, and a full family room in the basement spanning 200 sq ft per the seller. With a location just 5 blocks from the heart of Beaverdale, known for its vibrant community and charming amenities, you’ll be sure to fall in love with this home!
You’ll fall in love with this street & home as soon as you set eyes on it. If you’ve been searching for Beaverdale this home is in the heart of it. Just under 1900 finished sq ft! Fantastic floor plan with large family room boasting fireplace & bookcases to show off your treasures. Formal dining room with corner hutches. Wait until you see the kitchen that was redone with soft close and quartz counters. All kitchen appliances will be included as well as the washer & dryer. You’ll find hardwood floors throughout, new tile in upstairs bath, newer carpet in family room. Upstairs you’ll find 4 rooms with spacious closets & linen storage. The lower level is finished as well. Wait until you see the sunroom & the brand new 20x20 TimberTech deck and fenced yard! The sellers have loved this home and it shows. Don’t wait to put this on your must see list.
DMMLS #305314
Jun 28, 2007
Sold
$153,000
$105/sq ft
May 1, 2007
Listed
$159,500
$109/sq ft
+2
The best of Beaverdale. Cape Cod style with great space. Home has all been redone, hardwood floors, 4 bedrooms (one would be great for small office) newly tiled bathroom, spacious living room, and dining room. Large kitchen and 1/2 bath on main level. Wonderful screened porch overlooking fenced backyard. Pottery Barn colors and decor. Shows beautifully.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,952 (+2.0%)
$54,700 + $214,800
$269,500
2024
$4,854 (+0.2%)
$49,200 + $197,500
$246,700
2023
$4,846 (+0.8%)
$49,200 + $197,500
$246,700
2022
$4,808 (+2.5%)
$43,500 + $171,000
$214,500
2021
$4,692 (−3.6%)
$43,500 + $171,000
$214,500
2020
$4,868 (+6.1%)
$43,500 + $171,000
$214,500
2019
$4,590 (+1.1%)
$39,800 + $156,800
$196,600
2018
$4,538 (+11.6%)
$39,800 + $156,800
$196,600
2017
$4,068 (+9.6%)
$35,400 + $143,900
$179,300
2016
$3,712 (+6.9%)
$31,000 + $127,900
$158,900
2013
$3,472
$28,400 + $120,000
$148,400
Tax history for 2829 45th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,952 (+2.0%)
$54,700 + $214,800
$269,500
2024
$4,854 (+0.2%)
$49,200 + $197,500
$246,700
2023
$4,846 (+0.8%)
$49,200 + $197,500
$246,700
2022
$4,808 (+2.5%)
$43,500 + $171,000
$214,500
2021
$4,692 (−3.6%)
$43,500 + $171,000
$214,500
2020
$4,868 (+6.1%)
$43,500 + $171,000
$214,500
2019
$4,590 (+1.1%)
$39,800 + $156,800
$196,600
2018
$4,538 (+11.6%)
$39,800 + $156,800
$196,600
2017
$4,068 (+9.6%)
$35,400 + $143,900
$179,300
2016
$3,712 (+6.9%)
$31,000 + $127,900
$158,900
2013
$3,472
$28,400 + $120,000
$148,400
*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
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
8,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,460
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10002545000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
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.