2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2+ car garage and much more! Warm wood floors in living room. Bright and cheery kitchen has nice space to sit and have coffee or a meal and look out at your peaceful back yard. Outdoor lovers enjoy the huge back yard, ready for a garden or great play area, plus a spacious covered patio, perfect for entertaining or just relaxing after a long day. Nice family room in lower level (approximately ¾ finished) expands your finished living area and features tile and carpet flooring, canned lighting, large separate bathroom and storage. Garage has extra workshop space in addition to plenty of space for two cars. Excellent central location with easy access to anywhere in the metro. Don’t miss this darling affordable home in move-in-ready condition!
Public Records
Dec 22, 2008
Sold
$107,000
$152/sq ft
DMMLS #333484
Dec 1, 2008
Sold
$106,600
$151/sq ft
Aug 11, 2008
Listed
$110,000
$156/sq ft
+8
Perfect! This home is spotlessly clean and ready for you to move into. Not only is it in an excellent Urbandale location, it sits on a big lot surrounded by mature trees. The landscaping is beautiful and impeccably maintained. You will love the covered back patio as it offers morning sun and afternoon shade. The owner has just completed the renovation of this home, including new paint and refurbished hardwood floors throughout. The tub liner has been refinished and features a 5 year warranty. You can just about eat off the basement floor and the extra shower there is a plus. Other features include metal siding, kitchen appliances included, new blinds, an ADT security system and a huge 2 1/2 car garage! Come see this home and make your offer today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,448 (+8.0%)
$58,500 + $129,400
$187,900
2025
$3,194 (+2.2%)
$58,500 + $129,400
$187,900
2024
$3,124 (−0.4%)
$51,900 + $117,400
$169,300
2023
$3,136 (+0.8%)
$51,900 + $117,400
$169,300
2022
$3,110 (+1.6%)
$45,100 + $96,800
$141,900
2021
$3,060 (−3.6%)
$45,100 + $96,800
$141,900
2020
$3,174 (+10.0%)
$45,100 + $96,800
$141,900
2019
$2,886 (−6.4%)
$41,500 + $89,700
$131,200
2018
$3,084 (+22.8%)
$41,500 + $89,700
$131,200
2017
$2,512 (+7.5%)
$36,100 + $79,800
$115,900
2016
$2,336 (+7.0%)
$32,900 + $68,500
$101,400
2013
$2,184
$31,000 + $65,600
$96,600
Tax history for 3437 56th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,448 (+8.0%)
$58,500 + $129,400
$187,900
2025
$3,194 (+2.2%)
$58,500 + $129,400
$187,900
2024
$3,124 (−0.4%)
$51,900 + $117,400
$169,300
2023
$3,136 (+0.8%)
$51,900 + $117,400
$169,300
2022
$3,110 (+1.6%)
$45,100 + $96,800
$141,900
2021
$3,060 (−3.6%)
$45,100 + $96,800
$141,900
2020
$3,174 (+10.0%)
$45,100 + $96,800
$141,900
2019
$2,886 (−6.4%)
$41,500 + $89,700
$131,200
2018
$3,084 (+22.8%)
$41,500 + $89,700
$131,200
2017
$2,512 (+7.5%)
$36,100 + $79,800
$115,900
2016
$2,336 (+7.0%)
$32,900 + $68,500
$101,400
2013
$2,184
$31,000 + $65,600
$96,600
*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
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
51 ft.
Lot depth
230 ft.
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
704
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10007584000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
N3B
Neighborhood District
N3b is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s through 1970s typically in the ranch, split-level, or cottage style pursuant to House B building type in section 135-2.14 of this code and House C in section 135- 2.15 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Frame
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.272
Lot Size Acres: 0.272
Lot Size Dimensions: 51X230
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: R1-60
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,938
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: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 704
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10007584000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
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Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
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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
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$199,000 – $241,000
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