Kitchen has been updated with a new refrigerator, stove, and microwave. Newer windows, hardwood flooring, full unfinished basement, and an updated bathroom are also special features of this home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
7,632 sq ftLot Size
$226Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Marlene Thatcher• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Est. $1,223 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3811 40th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 8, 2026
Sold
$176,000
$226/sq ft
DMMLS #737828
Jun 5, 2026
Sold
$175,650
$226/sq ft
May 6, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 6, 2026
Listed
$179,900
$231/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 25, 2025
Sold
$60,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,782 (+2.1%)
$49,200 + $104,100
$153,300
2024
$2,726 (+0.7%)
$43,900 + $94,700
$138,600
2023
$2,706 (+0.7%)
$43,900 + $94,700
$138,600
2022
$2,686 (−1.9%)
$36,700 + $78,100
$114,800
2021
$2,738 (−3.7%)
$36,700 + $78,100
$114,800
2020
$2,844 (+4.6%)
$36,700 + $78,100
$114,800
2019
$2,718 (+1.0%)
$34,900 + $74,800
$109,700
2018
$2,690 (+11.2%)
$34,900 + $74,800
$109,700
2017
$2,420 (+5.9%)
$30,900 + $70,200
$101,100
2016
$2,286 (+6.8%)
$26,800 + $62,700
$89,500
2013
$2,140
$25,400 + $60,600
$86,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
106 ft.
Lot depth
72 ft.
Lot size
7,632 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
778
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10012683000000
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
May 17, 2018 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Demolition
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
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Equipment
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.175
Lot Size Acres: 0.175
Lot Size Dimensions: 106X72
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,782
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 778
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,632 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10012683000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Samuelson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
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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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Historical weather
Des Moines, IA • 50310
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$201,000 – $244,000
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