3600+ SF finished living space, vintage, unique 4 level split plan in a great SW DM location! 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 9 sinks, 3 car garage, almost half acre lot, partially fenced on cul-de-sac! ROOF REPLACED in 2020. Vaulted ceilings, nice entry way to formal living & dining room. Big kitchen with table area and opens to a large deck overlooking the private backyard. The family room off the kitchen has a fireplace, wet bar and slider doors to the patio. The bedrooms are all good sized and one includes a loft area. The lower level has a wet bar, family/party room, bathroom, laundry room, storage, mechanicals & 3 SEASON room that opens to another outdoor space. Newer kitchen appliances & washer/dryer included. This home has great POTENTIAL for the large family or investment property and is looking for its new owner. GET INSIDE THIS PROPERTY TO SEE THE POSSIBILITIES.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$156Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Tracey Bills-Downey• RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with Dennis Darnell• Weichert, Realtors - The 515 Agency
Source:DMMLS #654335
Redfin Estimate
$476,048
$291K since sold in February 2026$4,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 25.6% higher than the average sale price ($379K) of 6 comparable homes.
3600+ SF finished living space, vintage, unique 4 level split plan in a great SW DM location! 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 9 sinks, 3 car garage, almost half acre lot, partially fenced on cul-de-sac! ROOF REPLACED in 2020. Vaulted ceilings, nice entry way to formal living & dining room. Big kitchen with table area and opens to a large deck overlooking the private backyard. The family room off the kitchen has a fireplace, wet bar and slider doors to the patio. The bedrooms are all good sized and one includes a loft area. The lower level has a wet bar, family/party room, bathroom, laundry room, storage, mechanicals & 3 SEASON room that opens to another outdoor space. Newer kitchen appliances & washer/dryer included. This home has great POTENTIAL for the large family or investment property and is looking for its new owner. GET INSIDE THIS PROPERTY TO SEE THE POSSIBILITIES.
Public Records
Jun 3, 2005
Sold
$248,000
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,944 (+1.5%)
$65,500 + $193,500
$259,000
2025
$8,808 (−7.5%)
$65,500 + $404,500
$470,000
2024
$9,518 (+6.1%)
$61,600 + $387,400
$449,000
2023
$8,970 (+0.8%)
$61,600 + $432,700
$494,300
2022
$8,902 (−1.2%)
$49,400 + $331,200
$380,600
2021
$9,008 (−3.7%)
$49,400 + $331,200
$380,600
2020
$9,358 (+6.7%)
$49,400 + $331,200
$380,600
2019
$8,770 (+1.0%)
$46,700 + $314,300
$361,000
2018
$8,680 (+11.2%)
$46,700 + $314,300
$361,000
2017
$7,808 (+2.8%)
$40,600 + $285,700
$326,300
2016
$7,592 (+7.7%)
$35,900 + $252,800
$288,700
2013
$7,052
$35,000 + $250,700
$285,700
Tax history for 3515 SW 27th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,944 (+1.5%)
$65,500 + $193,500
$259,000
2025
$8,808 (−7.5%)
$65,500 + $404,500
$470,000
2024
$9,518 (+6.1%)
$61,600 + $387,400
$449,000
2023
$8,970 (+0.8%)
$61,600 + $432,700
$494,300
2022
$8,902 (−1.2%)
$49,400 + $331,200
$380,600
2021
$9,008 (−3.7%)
$49,400 + $331,200
$380,600
2020
$9,358 (+6.7%)
$49,400 + $331,200
$380,600
2019
$8,770 (+1.0%)
$46,700 + $314,300
$361,000
2018
$8,680 (+11.2%)
$46,700 + $314,300
$361,000
2017
$7,808 (+2.8%)
$40,600 + $285,700
$326,300
2016
$7,592 (+7.7%)
$35,900 + $252,800
$288,700
2013
$7,052
$35,000 + $250,700
$285,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
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
Aug 28, 2023 • Final
Row - excavation or obstruction
Plumbing
Aug 4, 2023 • 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.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,357
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Partial Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 2
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Forced Air Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Poor
Foundation Type: Concrete
Building Style Type: Contemporary
Exterior Wall: Vinyl
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: SOUTHERN GARDENS 2
Living Sq. Ft: 3,059
Building Sq. Ft: 4,712
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Legal Description: LT 32 SOUTHERN GARDENS PLAT 2
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 896
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 21,500
Legal Lot Number: 32
Municipality Type: DES MOINES
Acres: 0.494
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,059
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 01004661065000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Jefferson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Brody Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Lincoln High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
2/10
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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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$453,000 – $548,000
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