SOLD NOV 20, 2025

Off market nov 2025 for $325K

$358,170

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,223/mo

•

1,796

sq ft

3221 SW Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

About this home

Spacious Four level split with finish on all four levels. Homes sits on quiet, dead end street, has really nice size, fenced yard. Double door entry with open atrium as you enter. Vaulted living room that opens to kitchen, dining, an and family room. Living room on main floor has brick fireplace as well. Multiple exit points to your double tier deck. Home has been updated well with newer kitchen, bathrooms, roof, vinyl windows, HVAC and more.

Single-familyProperty Type

1970Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$199Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Matthew Mauro • RE/MAX Concepts

Contact: (515) 779-3469

Bought with Cathy McMichael • RE/MAX Revolution

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•Source:DMMLS #725327

Redfin Estimate

$358,170

$33K since sold in November 2025$7,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 1.2% lower than the average sale price ($363K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$335,000
A
3 beds3 baths1,583 sq ft
4003 SW 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50321
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$303,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft
2904 Caulder Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$365,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,164 sq ft
2816 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$395,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,152 sq ft
3601 SW 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50321
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$443,000
E
4 beds3 baths1,859 sq ft
2821 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$335,000
F
4 beds3 baths1,407 sq ft
4423 Caulder Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

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Market trends in 50321, IA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.8%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$335K

$98 MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

11 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$399,000
5 beds2.5 baths1,959 sq ft
3100 SW 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50321
$375,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,184 sq ft
3707 SW 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50321
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$334,900
2 beds2 baths1,249 sq ft
3131 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
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Sale history for 3221 SW Watrous Ave

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #725327

Nov 20, 2025

Sold

$325,000

$181/sq ft

Oct 10, 2025

Pending

—

Aug 30, 2025

Listed

$335,000

$187/sq ft

DMMLS #568481

Jan 25, 2019

Sold

$230,000

$128/sq ft

Jan 3, 2019

Pending

—

Dec 6, 2018

Price Changed

$235,000

$131/sq ft

Oct 29, 2018

Price Changed

$243,000

$135/sq ft

Oct 16, 2018

Price Changed

$245,000

$136/sq ft

Sep 24, 2018

Price Changed

$247,500

$138/sq ft

Aug 30, 2018

Listed

$250,000

$139/sq ft

+18

You're sure to fall in love with this inviting and beautifully updated home on a dead end street! As you enter, you'll be greeted by a floor plan that opens to two different levels, one with access to the two tiered deck and the other with 14 foot vaulted ceilings! Newer open kitchen has white cabinets, hardwood floors, high end stainless steel appliances w/ gas stove, subway tile backsplash, breakfast bar, new flooring and new slider going out onto the deck. Three bedrooms with two bath areas have both been recently remodeled with furniture style cabinetry and granite countertops. The lowest level has been recently finished with a 4th bedroom and "man cave" for the perfect cozy TV watching spot. Other updates include brand new high efficiency HVAC system and new gutters! Just minutes to downtown, airport, bike and walking trails schedule your showing today!

DMMLS #447714

Apr 1, 2015

Sold

$200,000

$111/sq ft

Jan 22, 2015

Listed

$199,900

$111/sq ft

+20

You're sure to fall in love with this inviting and beautifully updated home on a dead end street! As you enter, you'll be greeted by a floor plan that opens to two different levels, one with access to the two tiered deck and the other with 14 foot vaulted ceilings! New open kitchen has white cabinets, hardwood floors, high end stainless steel appliances w/ gas stove, subway tile backsplash & breakfast bar. Three bedrooms with two bath areas have both been recently remodeled with furniture style cabinetry and granite countertops. The lowest level has been recently finished with a 4th bedroom and "man cave" for the perfect cozy TV watching spot. Just minutes to downtown, airport, bike and walking trails. Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, plus HSA Warranty included. Don't miss this one!

Public Records

Mar 28, 2011

Sold

$161,000

$90/sq ft

DMMLS #373076

Mar 24, 2011

Sold

$160,750

$90/sq ft

Sep 3, 2010

Listed

$164,900

$92/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,480 (+3.9%)

$62,800 + $269,800

$332,600

2025

$6,236 (+2.1%)

$62,800 + $269,800

$332,600

2024

$6,110 (+8.2%)

$58,000 + $252,600

$310,600

2023

$5,646 (+0.7%)

$58,000 + $252,600

$310,600

2022

$5,604 (−1.0%)

$45,900 + $193,700

$239,600

2021

$5,662 (−3.7%)

$45,900 + $193,700

$239,600

2020

$5,882 (+15.2%)

$45,900 + $193,700

$239,600

2019

$5,104 (+1.1%)

$43,400 + $183,500

$226,900

2018

$5,046 (+5.0%)

$43,400 + $183,500

$226,900

2017

$4,808 (+26.7%)

$37,200 + $161,200

$198,400

2016

$3,794 (+9.8%)

$34,200 + $152,100

$186,300

2013

$3,454

$32,600 + $118,900

$151,500

Tax history for 3221 SW Watrous Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,480 (+3.9%)

$62,800 + $269,800

$332,600

2025

$6,236 (+2.1%)

$62,800 + $269,800

$332,600

2024

$6,110 (+8.2%)

$58,000 + $252,600

$310,600

2023

$5,646 (+0.7%)

$58,000 + $252,600

$310,600

2022

$5,604 (−1.0%)

$45,900 + $193,700

$239,600

2021

$5,662 (−3.7%)

$45,900 + $193,700

$239,600

2020

$5,882 (+15.2%)

$45,900 + $193,700

$239,600

2019

$5,104 (+1.1%)

$43,400 + $183,500

$226,900

2018

$5,046 (+5.0%)

$43,400 + $183,500

$226,900

2017

$4,808 (+26.7%)

$37,200 + $161,200

$198,400

2016

$3,794 (+9.8%)

$34,200 + $152,100

$186,300

2013

$3,454

$32,600 + $118,900

$151,500

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

92 ft.

Lot depth

140 ft.

Lot size

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,796

Year built

1970

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

12006814007000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 2

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Finished, Walk-Out Access

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Wood Burning

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Other Features: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick, Wood Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Security Features: Fire Alarm
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.296
Lot Size Acres: 0.296
Lot Size Dimensions: 92X140
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3A

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 500
Foundation Details: Block

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,236

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,796
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 12006814007000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Jefferson Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

5/10

Brody Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

3/10

Lincoln High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Des Moines, IA • 50321

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Estimated sale price

$341,000 – $412,000

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Home values near 3221 SW Watrous Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3216 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	$354,561
3200 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$259,481

Address	Redfin Estimate
3222 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1020 Sq. Ft.	$303,320
3219 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1892 Sq. Ft.	$332,838

Address	Redfin Estimate
3206 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1896 Sq. Ft.	$298,444
3225 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$268,771

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