Rare opportunity to own a 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home on over 3 wooded acres in Des Moines! This spacious multi-level home offers an updated kitchen with adjoining dining area, walk-in pantry, half bath, attached garage, and an impressive living room with soaring 11-foot ceilings. The oak hardwood floor adds beauty and stability to this level! The upper level features a primary suite with private bath and walk-in closet, an additional bedroom, full bath, and a large bonus room perfect for a home office, playroom, or second living area (non-conforming bedroom, no closet). There is new carpet throughout this level and the lower level! The lower level includes three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and laundry room with backyard access. An unfinished basement provides endless possibilities for a home gym, theater, or storage. A radon mitigation system is already installed. Outside, enjoy over 3 private acres with mature timber, a two-stall outbuilding with electricity, chicken coop, treehouse, and fire pit. Enjoy the privacy of acreage living while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, schools, and everything the Des Moines metro has to offer. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Est. $2,080 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3500 36th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBOR #70738
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$474,900
$243/sq ft
Aug 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 15, 2026
Listed
$474,900
$243/sq ft
+30
Rare opportunity to own a 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home on over 3 wooded acres in Des Moines! This spacious multi-level home offers an updated kitchen with adjoining dining area, walk-in pantry, half bath, attached garage, and an impressive living room with soaring 11-foot ceilings. The oak hardwood floor adds beauty and stability to this level! The upper level features a primary suite with private bath and walk-in closet, an additional bedroom, full bath, and a large bonus room perfect for a home office, playroom, or second living area (non-conforming bedroom, no closet). There is new carpet throughout this level and the lower level! The lower level includes three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and laundry room with backyard access. An unfinished basement provides endless possibilities for a home gym, theater, or storage. A radon mitigation system is already installed. Outside, enjoy over 3 private acres with mature timber, a two-stall outbuilding with electricity, chicken coop, treehouse, and fire pit. Enjoy the privacy of acreage living while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, schools, and everything the Des Moines metro has to offer. All informations obtained from seller and public records.
DMMLS #745217
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$474,900
$243/sq ft
Aug 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 15, 2026
Listed
$474,900
$243/sq ft
DMMLS #668778
May 25, 2023
Sold
$350,000
$179/sq ft
Apr 5, 2023
Pending
—
Mar 21, 2023
Price Changed
$385,000
$197/sq ft
Mar 14, 2023
Price Changed
$400,000
$204/sq ft
Mar 8, 2023
Price Changed
$425,000
$217/sq ft
Mar 8, 2023
Listed
$415,000
$212/sq ft
+23
Very rare find! A gorgeously wooded acreage on a quiet dead-end! This spacious 4-level split has 2683 sq ft of finished space. Vast picture windows look over the rolling property. Old-growth oaks, maples, and hickories make this forest-preserved land a bird watcher’s paradise. View the changing seasons in the large open-floor den, overlooking the canopy. This home is as expansive as it is cozy, with its open living area layout, and many spaces for privacy. The upstairs hosts 2 bedrooms, including the light-filled master bedroom, which has a large bay window. The master bath is a unique Jack n Jill, with 2 toilets, 2 sinks, and a shared shower and tub. The lower level has 2 office spaces and a third bedroom and a 3/4 bath. 5 bedrooms could easily be made in this home, with the addition of closets. The lowest level has tons of room for storage or another finished area. Outside, enjoy the insulated quiet on the 3.44 acres of trees. So quiet you can forget city life! Also enjoy a fenced-in garden, dog run, chicken coop, and playhouse. The home has an attached 2-car garage and a large 2-bay detached workshop. The workshop has its own breaker and power for woodworking, welding, auto repair, and other hobbies. A walk through the back of the property leads to Beaverdale Park and bike trails and only a short walk down the street to Ashby Park. Call now to make this remarkable property your Home Sweet Home. This rare Des Moines property won't be on the market long!
DMMLS #547685
Dec 14, 2017
Sold
$266,900
$136/sq ft
Sep 11, 2017
Listed
$272,000
$139/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,082 (+6.8%)
$60,630 + $365,100
$425,730
2025
$7,568 (+5.0%)
$60,630 + $365,100
$425,730
2024
$7,210 (+1.2%)
$54,890 + $322,100
$376,990
2023
$7,122 (+0.8%)
$54,890 + $322,100
$376,990
2022
$7,066 (+1.9%)
$47,450 + $263,600
$311,050
2021
$6,932 (−4.6%)
$47,450 + $263,600
$311,050
2020
$7,266 (+4.3%)
$47,450 + $263,600
$311,050
2019
$6,966 (−11.5%)
$43,400 + $243,000
$286,400
2018
$7,874 (+8.5%)
$46,100 + $243,000
$289,100
2017
$7,258 (+10.9%)
$40,300 + $264,400
$304,700
2016
$6,544 (+7.2%)
$36,000 + $240,900
$276,900
2013
$6,106
$32,500 + $222,500
$255,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.62 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,957
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10007752001000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 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
Feb 14, 2025 • Final
Mechanical (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: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Basement Information: Partially Finished
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 3.447
Lot Size Acres: 3.447
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 726
Foundation Details: Block
Resale
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $8,239
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: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,957
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.62 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10007752001000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
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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
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 23% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$443,000 – $536,000
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