This solid and thoughtfully updated ranch offers a great layout, quality improvements, and a location that is hard to beat. The main level features refinished hardwood floors, two bedrooms, and an inviting eat in kitchen with a bay window. The lower level has been fully refreshed and includes a brand new second bathroom, new LVP flooring, updated lighting, and a third non conforming room with an egress window that is ideal for extra living space, a home office, or guest room. Recent upgrades include new plumbing, an updated HVAC system, new dishwasher, new kitchen sink, new cabinets, and a new basement window. Outside, enjoy a brand new concrete driveway, an oversized one car garage with electric opener, and a manageable yard with mature landscaping, perennials, partial fencing, and room to relax or entertain. Conveniently located near interstate access, downtown Des Moines, dining, bike trails, river access, and shopping in Ankeny, Altoona, and West Des Moines, this home offers comfort, updates, and convenience all in one! All information obtained from seller and public record.
Est. $1,204 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3100 Seneca Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #734951
Mar 27, 2026
Sold
$197,000
$290/sq ft
Feb 23, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 23, 2026
Listed
$205,000
$301/sq ft
DMMLS #715844
Jul 25, 2025
Sold
$103,000
$151/sq ft
Jun 11, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 6, 2025
Price Changed
$130,000
$191/sq ft
Jun 6, 2025
Relisted
—
May 27, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 30, 2025
Relisted
—
Apr 23, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 17, 2025
Listed
$150,000
$221/sq ft
+11
Calling All Investors & DIY Enthusiasts! The sewer line needs repaired, and the Radon level came back above EPA Standards. .. . so the previous buyer voided their purchase, and we are back on the market. This solid Lower Beaver ranch is offered AS-IS with great bones and key updates already done—including a newer roof, vinyl windows, furnace, and A/C—this home is ready for your finishing touches. Hardwood floors throughout, and the basement features a retro-style rec room perfect for entertaining or extra living space. Eat In kitchen with bay window. All appliances stay, and the oversized 1-car garage (with electric opener) provides extra storage or workshop potential. Outside, enjoy a manageable yard with mature landscaping, perennials and partial fencing. Yes, it needs a bathroom remodel and a fresh coat of paint and the sewer line replaced—but bring your vision and unlock the potential! Located just minutes from interstate access, downtown Des Moines, popular dining spots, bike trails, river access, and shopping hubs like Ankeny, Altoona, and WDM. This is your chance to turn a great house into a great home—don't miss it!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,012 (−3.9%)
$36,600 + $114,600
$151,200
2024
$2,094 (−10.3%)
$31,700 + $100,900
$132,600
2023
$2,334 (+0.9%)
$31,700 + $100,900
$132,600
2022
$2,314 (+5.6%)
$27,200 + $84,100
$111,300
2021
$2,192 (−3.4%)
$27,200 + $84,100
$111,300
2020
$2,270 (+5.8%)
$27,200 + $84,100
$111,300
2019
$2,146 (+1.4%)
$24,300 + $75,400
$99,700
2018
$2,116 (+10.4%)
$24,300 + $75,400
$99,700
2017
$1,916 (+5.3%)
$22,000 + $69,600
$91,600
2016
$1,820 (+8.2%)
$19,500 + $63,100
$82,600
2013
$1,682
$18,700 + $61,800
$80,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
6,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
680
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10008377000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N3A
Neighborhood District
N3a is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, typically in the ranch or split-level style pursuant to House B building type in section 135- 2.14 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Oct 24, 2025 • Final
Plumbing (residential) - other
Plumbing
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.