For sale

$229,000

Est. $1,667/mo —

•

972

sq ft

3517 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

Welcome to this charming 1.5-story home in the desirable Beaverdale neighborhood, offering over 1,300 square feet of finished living space. The main level features a bright living room, two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious third bedroom with double closets and a cozy sitting area or home office. The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a large rec room, bar area, and plenty of room to relax, entertain, or create a workout space. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced backyard with a shaded deck, perfect for summer evenings, along with an oversized two-car garage offering ample storage. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everything Beaverdale has to offer, with Ashby Park just across the street.

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

7,000 sq ftLot Size

$236Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Laurry Wailes • The American Real Estate Co.

Contact: (515) 708-3465

Listing updated: Jul 27, 2026 at 08:29am

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:DMMLS #743838

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$1,667 per month

Principal and interest$1,234

Property taxes

$313

HOA dues

Home insurance

$120

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Moore Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

2/10

Meredith Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

5/10

Hoover High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

3/10

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About

Beaverdale

Beaverdale, located between Beaver Avenue and Merle Hay Road, is a residential and walkable Des Moines neighborhood with brick “Beaverdale Brick” homes and a leafy, hill-and-hollow streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Beaver Avenue near Urbandale Avenue, where coffee counters, a classic barbershop feel, and small storefronts set a steady, local rhythm. The Beaverdale Tap and The Slow Down Coffee Co. act as familiar anchors for casual meetups and weekend routines. Streets curve past tidy lawns and mature trees, and many houses feature steep gables and arched doorways. Drake University and the Des Moines River corridor sit nearby, shaping a bike-and-stroll lifestyle without changing Beaverdale’s calm cadence.

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Offer insights

3517 38th St · $229,000

Strong offer

$229K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $229K+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Dining area
Partially finished basement

Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms

Bathrooms
1 full bathroom

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Stove
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer

Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Tile

Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 3517 38th St

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #743838

Jul 27, 2026

Price Changed

$229,000

$236/sq ft

Jul 15, 2026

Price Changed

$235,000

$242/sq ft

Jun 25, 2026

Listed

$240,000

$247/sq ft

DMMLS #629007

Jul 19, 2021

Sold

$197,000

$203/sq ft

May 28, 2021

Pending

—

May 17, 2021

Price Changed

$197,000

$203/sq ft

May 13, 2021

Listed

$200,000

$206/sq ft

+18

Check out this adorable 1.5 story home with over 1300 sq ft of finished space! When you enter, you’ll see the stunning hardwood floors throughout immediately. The living and dining areas open straight to the updated kitchen (w stainless appliances). If you enjoy grilling or outdoor entertaining, you’ll love the spacious back deck off the kitchen and the shady yard. Two bedrooms and the updated bathroom finish out the main floor. Looking for a retreat? The upstairs bedroom is for you, with two closets, a built-in desk, and ample space for a reading area or office. And don’t forget the finished basement, complete with bar on one side. This space is perfect for a gaming room, rec room, or a playroom (for kids or adults). This Beaverdale home can be yours in time for summer activities, like being at Ashby Park (across the street), the Beaverdale Farmer’s Market, and more. Don’t miss your opportunity; schedule a showing today! All info obtained from Seller & public records.

DMMLS #533584

Apr 21, 2017

Sold

$158,000

$163/sq ft

Mar 6, 2017

Listed

$160,000

$165/sq ft

+11

Public Records

Jul 24, 2006

Sold

$135,000

$139/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,686 (+2.2%)

$40,000 + $170,100

$210,100

2024

$3,606 (+1.5%)

$36,200 + $157,600

$193,800

2023

$3,552 (−4.8%)

$36,200 + $157,600

$193,800

2022

$3,732 (+1.6%)

$31,300 + $128,300

$159,600

2021

$3,674 (−3.7%)

$31,300 + $128,300

$159,600

2020

$3,816 (+8.2%)

$31,300 + $128,300

$159,600

2019

$3,528 (+1.0%)

$28,700 + $118,500

$147,200

2018

$3,492 (+16.2%)

$28,700 + $118,500

$147,200

2017

$3,004 (+11.8%)

$25,100 + $106,200

$131,300

2016

$2,688 (+7.4%)

$22,400 + $97,200

$119,600

2013

$2,502

$20,200 + $89,700

$109,900

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

50 ft.

Lot depth

140 ft.

Lot size

7,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

972

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

972

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10009009000000

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

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

94/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 27% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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5.2 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 3517 38th St

$225,662

$3,338 under list price of $229K

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Rental earnings

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