Meticulous bests describe this beautiful ranch home! The pride of ownership shines throughout. You are sure to appreciate the custom work that has been completed. Beginning with the kitchen, you will find custom built cabinets and tile backsplash. The dining area opens up to the living room which boasts gorgeous hardwood floors, crown molding and a large picture window. The main level bath has been remodeled to feature fully tiled floors & walls. The 3 good sized bedrooms also offer hardwood floors and good closet space. The finished lower level offers additional living space, a 4th nonconforming bedroom, remodeled partial bath, and plenty of storage!! The inviting brick patio is a perfect place to relax with friends. You are sure to love the quality that this home offers!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$261Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Megan Carey O'Leary• Coldwell Banker Mid-America
Bought with Randi Lancelotti• Iowa Realty Waukee
Source:DMMLS #418819
Redfin Estimate
$225,769
$72K since sold in October 2018$4,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 6.8% higher than the average sale price ($211K) of 6 comparable homes.
Meticulous bests describe this beautiful ranch home! The pride of ownership shines throughout. You are sure to appreciate the custom work that has been completed. Beginning with the kitchen, you will find custom built cabinets and tile backsplash. The dining area opens up to the living room which boasts gorgeous hardwood floors, crown molding and a large picture window. The main level bath has been remodeled to feature fully tiled floors & walls. The 3 good sized bedrooms also offer hardwood floors and good closet space. The finished lower level offers additional living space, a 4th nonconforming bedroom, remodeled partial bath, and plenty of storage!! The inviting brick patio is a perfect place to relax with friends. You are sure to love the quality that this home offers!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,776 (+10.2%)
$48,200 + $145,600
$193,800
2025
$3,428 (+2.0%)
$48,200 + $145,600
$193,800
2024
$3,360 (−2.6%)
$41,900 + $128,900
$170,800
2023
$3,450 (+0.8%)
$41,900 + $128,900
$170,800
2022
$3,424 (+1.1%)
$36,900 + $109,500
$146,400
2021
$3,388 (−3.8%)
$36,900 + $109,500
$146,400
2020
$3,520 (+19.3%)
$36,900 + $109,500
$146,400
2019
$2,950 (+1.2%)
$34,400 + $101,400
$135,800
2018
$2,916 (+9.1%)
$34,400 + $101,400
$135,800
2017
$2,674 (−2.1%)
$30,100 + $88,200
$118,300
2016
$2,732 (+24.9%)
$27,000 + $80,400
$107,400
2013
$2,188
$25,400 + $77,400
$102,800
Tax history for 3806 48th Pl
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,776 (+10.2%)
$48,200 + $145,600
$193,800
2025
$3,428 (+2.0%)
$48,200 + $145,600
$193,800
2024
$3,360 (−2.6%)
$41,900 + $128,900
$170,800
2023
$3,450 (+0.8%)
$41,900 + $128,900
$170,800
2022
$3,424 (+1.1%)
$36,900 + $109,500
$146,400
2021
$3,388 (−3.8%)
$36,900 + $109,500
$146,400
2020
$3,520 (+19.3%)
$36,900 + $109,500
$146,400
2019
$2,950 (+1.2%)
$34,400 + $101,400
$135,800
2018
$2,916 (+9.1%)
$34,400 + $101,400
$135,800
2017
$2,674 (−2.1%)
$30,100 + $88,200
$118,300
2016
$2,732 (+24.9%)
$27,000 + $80,400
$107,400
2013
$2,188
$25,400 + $77,400
$102,800
*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
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 25, 2027 • Active
Mechanical (residential) - other
HVAC
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: 864
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Partial Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Forced Air Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms: 4
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete Block
Building Style Type: Ranch
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Roof Shape Type: Hip
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MEADOWLAND
Living Sq. Ft: 864
Building Sq. Ft: 1,328
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: S 88 F LTS 55 & 56 MEADOWLAND
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 280
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 11,000
Legal Lot Number: 55
Municipality Type: DES MOINES
Acres: 0.253
Depth Footage: 125
Front Footage: 88
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 864
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10009355000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
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Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
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Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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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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Estimated sale price
$215,000 – $260,000
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