Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind custom home, perfectly tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac w/ a park-like yard & incredible access to the best outdoor amenities in Des Moines. Situated on one of the highest elevation points in the city, this home offers stunning views from 3 large decks—enjoy sunrise towards downtown, the fireworks & the Capitol. Outdoor lovers will appreciate being close to the hub of Water Works Park & connected to over 600 miles of Central Iowa’s premier biking & walking trails—an unbeatable location for anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle. Inside, the home features spacious rooms, tall ceilings, & a long list of thoughtful updates: vinyl siding, gutters, sliders, quartz waterfall kitchen countertops & bathroom countertops(2023), vinyl windows(2023 & 2009), roof(2019), backyard landscaping(2021), lower deck(2024), upper deck(2015), refrigerator(2021), primary bath(2017), HVAC(2014), & water heater(2017). Additional upgrades include central vac, oversized gutters w/ guards, buried downspouts, fenced yard w/ shed/firepit & 12’ ceilings in the walkout level. Main floor offers oversized living room w/ vaulted ceilings, laminate flooring & kitchen has ample storage, breakfast bar, SS appliances & gas stove. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms feature ceiling fans, updated baths & a primary suite w/ walk-in closet. Lower level features family room w/ gas fireplace. 4th walkout level has great storage & is stubbed for future bath.
Est. $2,271 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3619 SW 34th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #730793
Apr 10, 2026
Sold
$336,500
$230/sq ft
Mar 6, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 26, 2026
Price Changed
$344,900
$236/sq ft
Feb 11, 2026
Price Changed
$349,900
$239/sq ft
Nov 20, 2025
Listed
$355,000
$243/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,666 (−0.2%)
$57,400 + $251,300
$308,700
2024
$5,680 (+9.0%)
$56,100 + $250,100
$306,200
2023
$5,210 (+0.8%)
$56,100 + $250,100
$306,200
2022
$5,168
$43,200 + $186,700
$229,900
2021
$5,168 (−3.7%)
$43,200 + $186,700
$229,900
2020
$5,364 (+1.5%)
$43,200 + $186,700
$229,900
2019
$5,286 (+1.1%)
$40,400 + $175,300
$215,700
2018
$5,226 (+6.7%)
$40,400 + $175,300
$215,700
2017
$4,900 (+4.4%)
$37,600 + $167,600
$205,200
2016
$4,694 (+5.6%)
$34,200 + $155,500
$189,700
2013
$4,444
$33,200 + $152,200
$185,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
143 ft.
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,462
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
01004006020000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N2B
Neighborhood District
N2b is intended for contemporary, mid-size lots for single- and two-household residential houses within a more flexible building form and located in contemporary neighborhoods pursuant to House A building type in section 135- 2.13 of this code.