Welcome to this spacious and affordable 3-bedroom, 1-bath home, boasting over 2,000 sq ft on a large corner lot with a brand new roof! Featuring original hardwood floors in the living room and two main-level bedrooms (all in great shape!), this home offers the perfect blend of character and updates. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand new furnace, new carpet, and fresh paint throughout, and newer windows. The sellers are willing to provide a one-year home warranty for additional peace of mind! The fenced-in backyard is perfect for outdoor living, kids, or pets. Located within walking distance of Beaverdale and just minutes from downtown Des Moines, Drake University, the shops on Ingersoll, and more, you'll love the convenience of this central location. Don't miss out on this clean, move-in ready home! All information obtained from the seller and public records.
This property and the terms of its sale are now under auction terms and conditions. This sale of this property is subject to a 5% buyer's premium pursuant to the Auction Terms & Conditions (minimums may apply). Please contact the listing (auction managing) agent for co-op commission information and details, as the co-op commissions may change between the pre-auction event sales and the au1.5 story home located in nice area. It features good size kitchen with newer cabinets, hardwood floors, good size bedrooms. Large lot. Attached garage. Needs some work. Sold As Is.
Public Records
Jul 14, 2006
Sold
$115,000
$88/sq ft
DMMLS #260594
Jun 3, 2005
Listed
$75,600
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,972 (+2.0%)
$33,900 + $171,900
$205,800
2024
$3,894 (+20.9%)
$30,500 + $167,400
$197,900
2023
$3,222 (+0.8%)
$30,500 + $167,400
$197,900
2022
$3,198 (+8.3%)
$25,400 + $111,300
$136,700
2021
$2,952 (−3.7%)
$25,400 + $111,300
$136,700
2020
$3,066 (+16.7%)
$25,400 + $111,300
$136,700
2019
$2,628 (−10.9%)
$22,400 + $95,900
$118,300
2018
$2,950 (+30.3%)
$22,400 + $95,900
$118,300
2017
$2,264 (+5.7%)
$19,000 + $78,800
$97,800
2016
$2,142 (+64.5%)
$16,500 + $67,200
$83,700
2013
$1,302
$15,900 + $87,700
$103,600
Tax history for 3500 27th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,972 (+2.0%)
$33,900 + $171,900
$205,800
2024
$3,894 (+20.9%)
$30,500 + $167,400
$197,900
2023
$3,222 (+0.8%)
$30,500 + $167,400
$197,900
2022
$3,198 (+8.3%)
$25,400 + $111,300
$136,700
2021
$2,952 (−3.7%)
$25,400 + $111,300
$136,700
2020
$3,066 (+16.7%)
$25,400 + $111,300
$136,700
2019
$2,628 (−10.9%)
$22,400 + $95,900
$118,300
2018
$2,950 (+30.3%)
$22,400 + $95,900
$118,300
2017
$2,264 (+5.7%)
$19,000 + $78,800
$97,800
2016
$2,142 (+64.5%)
$16,500 + $67,200
$83,700
2013
$1,302
$15,900 + $87,700
$103,600
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,313
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
08007400000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 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
Mar 27, 2025 • Final
Plumbing (residential) - other
Plumbing
Water heater
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.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fully Fenced
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood, Full
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.172
Lot Size Acres: 0.172
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,893.17
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,313
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Polk County
APN: 08007400000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Samuelson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
3/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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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
$219,000 – $266,000
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