Welcome to 3705 53rd St in Des Moines—a beautifully updated home that blends modern style with everyday comfort. The kitchen is a true showstopper, featuring new walnut cabinetry with floating walnut shelves, white quartz countertops, and updated LED lighting that sets this home apart. The main level offers two generous bedrooms separated by a beautifully remodeled full bathroom. Large windows in the family room fill the space with natural light, while outside you’ll enjoy a spacious deck and fully fenced yard—perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Ideally located near schools, shopping, and both major interstates, this home offers style, function, and convenience all in one. All information obtained from seller and public records.
So Cute!! 3 bedroom, 1 bath home is nice & clean & ready for a quick sale! The main level has Wood floors and 2 nice sized bedrooms an updated bath with great closet storage! The kitchen features a gas stove and a great view to the back yard & has plenty of work space! Enjoy a nice sized eating space that has sliders to the east facing back patio & fenced yard. Upstairs is one big 3rd bedroom with such charm & character, including built in drawers & a big walk in closet! The basement isn’t considered finished because the ceiling is not done, BUT there is carpet, a bar, and an additional room. The open space has the washer & dryer, so you won’t mind going down because it’s nice a clean! Home has newer windows, AC & Furnace & a radon mitigation system is in place. The XL 1.5 car Garage is newer and has extra storage & work space. Enjoy an East side nice big patio and fully fenced yard!
DMMLS #593268
Apr 6, 2020
Listing Removed
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Feb 10, 2020
Price Changed
$180,000
$149/sq ft
Jan 30, 2020
Relisted
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Dec 13, 2019
Listing Removed
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Oct 15, 2019
Listed
$185,000
$153/sq ft
DMMLS #553749
Mar 9, 2018
Sold
$178,000
$147/sq ft
Jan 19, 2018
Listed
$174,500
$144/sq ft
DMMLS #441455
Feb 20, 2015
Listing Removed
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Aug 20, 2014
Listed
$135,000
$111/sq ft
DMMLS #441726
Oct 17, 2014
Sold
$129,000
$106/sq ft
Aug 25, 2014
Listed
$129,000
$106/sq ft
Public Records
May 24, 2006
Sold
$118,500
$98/sq ft
DMMLS #277805
Mar 13, 2006
Listed
$116,900
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,200 (+2.2%)
$46,700 + $197,200
$243,900
2024
$4,110 (+0.5%)
$41,400 + $178,000
$219,400
2023
$4,088 (+0.8%)
$41,400 + $178,000
$219,400
2022
$4,054 (−3.3%)
$36,000 + $146,300
$182,300
2021
$4,194 (−3.8%)
$36,000 + $146,300
$182,300
2020
$4,358 (+8.6%)
$36,000 + $146,300
$182,300
2019
$4,012 (+7.3%)
$33,100 + $135,000
$168,100
2018
$3,740 (+7.5%)
$33,100 + $135,000
$168,100
2017
$3,478 (+23.9%)
$28,800 + $120,500
$149,300
2016
$2,808 (+6.4%)
$26,300 + $110,800
$137,100
2013
$2,638
$22,800 + $82,900
$105,700
Tax history for 3705 53rd St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,200 (+2.2%)
$46,700 + $197,200
$243,900
2024
$4,110 (+0.5%)
$41,400 + $178,000
$219,400
2023
$4,088 (+0.8%)
$41,400 + $178,000
$219,400
2022
$4,054 (−3.3%)
$36,000 + $146,300
$182,300
2021
$4,194 (−3.8%)
$36,000 + $146,300
$182,300
2020
$4,358 (+8.6%)
$36,000 + $146,300
$182,300
2019
$4,012 (+7.3%)
$33,100 + $135,000
$168,100
2018
$3,740 (+7.5%)
$33,100 + $135,000
$168,100
2017
$3,478 (+23.9%)
$28,800 + $120,500
$149,300
2016
$2,808 (+6.4%)
$26,300 + $110,800
$137,100
2013
$2,638
$22,800 + $82,900
$105,700
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,212
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10006966000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Oct 24, 2016 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Demolition
Remodel
Oct 5, 2015 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Demolition
New construction
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.