Welcome to this Beaverdale gem tucked into a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood known for its strong sense of community and incredible walkability. Just minutes from parks, Holy Trinity, Fareway, this home offers the charm Beaverdale is loved for -with even more space to enjoy. Larger than many homes in the area, this property features additional flexible spaces perfect for hobbies, a home office, or simply spreading out as life evolves. The thoughtfully converted attic adds even more versatility, allowing the home to grow alongside its owners over the years. Inside, you'll find character-filled details throughout, including charming scalloped accents and display shelving in the kitchen, butcher block countertops, updated backsplash, and beautiful crown molding in the living room. The spacious main bathroom offers a relaxing oversized tub, while the remodeled 3/4 bathroom is a practical Jack-and-Jill set up between bedrooms. The walk-out basement opens directly to a fenced backyard ideal for entertaining, pets, or play, while the detached garage includes additional loft & basement storage space for all your extras. This home has been exceptionally maintained with numerous practical and mechanical updates over the years, including new siding and gutters in 2014, most windows and the AC replaced in 2015, a roof replacement in 2019, and a new water heater installed in 2022. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Beaverdale, located between Beaver Avenue and Merle Hay Road, is a residential and walkable Des Moines neighborhood with brick “Beaverdale Brick” homes and a leafy, hill-and-hollow streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Beaver Avenue near Urbandale Avenue, where coffee counters, a classic barbershop feel, and small storefronts set a steady, local rhythm. The Beaverdale Tap and The Slow Down Coffee Co. act as familiar anchors for casual meetups and weekend routines. Streets curve past tidy lawns and mature trees, and many houses feature steep gables and arched doorways. Drake University and the Des Moines River corridor sit nearby, shaping a bike-and-stroll lifestyle without changing Beaverdale’s calm cadence.
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Market insights
3015 40th Pl · $260,000
DAYS ON MARKET
114 days
The average home goes pending in 28 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$260,000
Median sale price in this area is $323,937. (25% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
4 price drops
27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Separate/formal dining room
Window treatments
Finished walk-out basement
Wood-burning fireplace
Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
2 three-quarter bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Rectangular lot
Concrete road frontage
Wood fencing
Smoke detectors
Home design
2-story home
Parking
Detached 2-car garage
Security
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Brick and vinyl siding exterior
Asphalt shingle roof
Brick/mortar foundation
Below-grade finished area
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Character, charm and space in the center of Beaverdale! Over 2,200 finished square feet includes three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Walk into an open living and dining room space with original hardwood floors. On the main floor, two large bedrooms share a jack-and-jill bathroom. Additional bonus room has endless possibilities! The finished upper story boasts a large master bedroom. Finished basement features walkout family room with built-ins, gas stove and wet bar - perfect for entertaining! Storage space galore in oversized one car garage with loft space above and access to room below. Updates within last 5 years include: roof, gutters, siding, windows, AC, NEST thermostat, flooring in basement, patios and fence.
DMMLS #525628
Nov 21, 2016
Sold
$159,000
$98/sq ft
Sep 15, 2016
Listed
$159,000
$98/sq ft
+20
Don’t let the front of this home fool you, the home is bigger than it looks! Improvements include AC 2015, siding 2014, gutters(home/garage) 2014, most windows 2015, roof home/garage 2013, back door 2013, picture window 2009, back patio and fence 2012 and appliances are newer, laundry stays. With all this done we are still priced over $23,000 lower than assessed value in the heart of Beaverdale. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants & more. Walk into the dining/living area with built in shelves to 2 bedrooms along with a bonus room. Kitchen and 2 full baths also on main level. Upstairs has a large bedroom. The walkout lower level has a 4th nc bedroom, family room with built in & lg windows to the back patio, an office area, bath, storage and laundry. Home also includes a gas heater in the lower level, ADT, PULSE, and hardwired for DVR system. The over-sized 1 car garage includes an upper loft. There is room under the garage with rear entrance for all your gardening needs.
Public Records
Sep 27, 2004
Sold
$158,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,576 (+2.1%)
$70,000 + $193,200
$263,200
2024
$4,480 (−1.3%)
$62,200 + $176,000
$238,200
2023
$4,538 (+0.8%)
$62,200 + $176,000
$238,200
2022
$4,500 (−0.5%)
$54,900 + $146,500
$201,400
2021
$4,522 (−3.6%)
$54,900 + $146,500
$201,400
2020
$4,692 (−12.4%)
$54,900 + $146,500
$201,400
2019
$5,356 (+1.1%)
$51,300 + $138,500
$189,800
2018
$5,296 (+6.4%)
$51,300 + $138,500
$189,800
2017
$4,976 (+10.8%)
$45,500 + $162,300
$207,800
2016
$4,492 (+7.0%)
$36,600 + $155,900
$192,500
2013
$4,198
$33,200 + $144,600
$177,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
160 ft.
Lot size
8,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1945
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,621
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,621
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10001448000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Jan 10, 2019 • Final
Tidemark import - plm
Plumbing
Sep 29, 2015 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
ADU
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.
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
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
4.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3015 40th Pl
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $253,000 and $347,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $253K to $347K.