Welcome home to this classic Beaverdale brick charmer! Full of character and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-story home is in a fantastic location with plenty of updates! Inside is a welcoming entry that opens to a sizeable main living space and dining area, with beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main level. The rear addition provides valuable extra living space with tons of light and serves as a versatile family room, home office, playroom, or entertainment area. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space with stainless steel appliances that will stay with the home. Two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath complete the main floor. Sliding doors lead to the fenced backyard featuring a nice stone patio, perfect for summer gatherings, grilling, or enjoying a quiet evening outdoors. Upstairs, you'll find a good sized 3rd bedroom or multi-purpose area. The basement is partially finished, with plenty of space for additional entertaining, laundry and a storage area. This home has been well maintained with numerous updates, including roof and gutters (2018), water heater (2018), rubber roof on the addition (2021), exterior paint (2022), carpeting (2023), and new dishwasher, sump pump & leveling of the garage floor (2026). Located just steps from the Urban Trail and within walking distance of many restaurants, shops, coffee spots and neighborhood events that make Beaverdale a sought after community in Des Moines. This is a home you'll want to see in person!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$193Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Chris Chiaramonte• Century 21 Signature
Contact: (515) 771-1918
Bought with Jarod Snover• Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Est. $1,504 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3011 48th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #743471
Aug 14, 2026
Sold
$247,000
$193/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Pending
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Jun 19, 2026
Listed
$250,000
$195/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 2021
Sold
$359,000
$280/sq ft
DMMLS #523650
Dec 6, 2016
Sold
$152,000
$118/sq ft
Aug 12, 2016
Listed
$155,000
$121/sq ft
+14
Don't miss this classic 3 bedroom, 1 and 1/2 story Beaverdale brick. Walk in the front door through your entry way that opens into a spacious living room with connected dining area. The main level of this home has an open feel with beautiful hardwood flooring throughout. The kitchen features ample storage space with all appliances included. Completing the main floor are 2 large bedrooms and a full bath. On the upper level you will find the spacious master bedroom. An addition to the home provides a versatile family room with sliding doors leading to the spacious two-tiered stone patio and fenced in backyard. An ideal place to enjoy the outdoors and entertain. This must see is located just up the street from the urban trail and is walking distance of all the shops and dining the Beaverdale area has to offer. Contact an agent today to set up your private showing.
DMMLS #436264
Jul 11, 2014
Sold
$144,000
$112/sq ft
May 20, 2014
Listed
$145,000
$113/sq ft
+11
Check it out! Desirable 3 bedroom, 1 and ½ story Beaverdale brick at an amazing price. The main level has an open floor plan with gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout and tons of storage in the kitchen. On the upper level you will find a very spacious master bedroom. Lower level has a great space for a workshop. Sliding doors off the family room leads to the spacious two tiered stone patio and fenced in backyard. An ideal spot for kids and pets to burn off some energy. This must see is located just 2 houses from the urban trail and walking distance of all the shops and dining the Beaverdale area has to offer.
Public Records
Mar 14, 2011
Sold
$140,000
$109/sq ft
DMMLS #376486
Mar 11, 2011
Sold
$139,900
$109/sq ft
Nov 22, 2010
Listed
$142,000
$111/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,082 (+2.2%)
$46,700 + $190,700
$237,400
2024
$3,996
$41,400 + $172,200
$213,600
2023
$3,996 (+0.9%)
$41,400 + $172,200
$213,600
2022
$3,962 (+1.7%)
$36,000 + $142,400
$178,400
2021
$3,896 (−3.6%)
$36,000 + $142,400
$178,400
2020
$4,042 (+9.1%)
$36,000 + $142,400
$178,400
2019
$3,706 (+1.2%)
$33,100 + $131,600
$164,700
2018
$3,662 (+6.7%)
$33,100 + $131,600
$164,700
2017
$3,432 (+4.1%)
$28,800 + $117,600
$146,400
2016
$3,298 (+6.9%)
$26,300 + $109,100
$135,400
2013
$3,086
$25,400 + $107,400
$132,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
1,283
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10002266000000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 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.