Welcome home to this cozy 1,435 sq ft one and a half story home, offering 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths with timeless character and modern updates. Step inside to gorgeous hardwood floors that flow throughout the main level, where an abundance of natural light pours through the large front windows. The main-level bedroom offers incredible flexibility — perfect as a primary suite, guest room, or a dedicated home office. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, providing plenty of space for family, guests, or hobbies. The large DRY basement has a ton of space for future finish! The updates have been taken care of for you: a new roof (2021) and a brand-new water heater (2025) mean peace of mind for years to come. Outside, enjoy the serenity of a quiet street shaded by large, mature trees in both the front and back yards. The private backyard patio is the perfect spot to unwind, entertain, play, or simply enjoy your morning coffee. BONUS: This home qualifies for NFC (Neighborhood Finance Corporation) financing, offering a $15,000 forgivable loan toward repairs and updates — an incredible opportunity to make this home truly your own. Learn more at www. neighborhoodfinance.org.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
7,350 sq ftLot Size
$158Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Janee Moore• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Contact: (515) 778-6851
Bought with Misty Darling• BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Est. $1,575 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3826 52nd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #745053
Sep 3, 2026
Sold
$227,325
$158/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 13, 2026
Listed
$234,900
$164/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2019
Sold
$432,500
$301/sq ft
DMMLS #561995
Jul 13, 2018
Sold
$162,000
$113/sq ft
May 30, 2018
Pending
—
May 25, 2018
Listed
$159,900
$111/sq ft
+12
Love to entertain? This home was made for you! Updated kitchen has rich cabinets, stainless appliances, a conversation area for eat-in; all opening up to a large formal dining room w/ sunset views. Refinished hardwoods steal the show on the main floor, along w/ a healthy amount of windows (mostly new!) + natural sunlight that spills into the home from all directions. Plenty of good-sized bedrooms for you & your guests +an unfinished, untapped basement area for future finish. 1 1/2 car garage comes w/ an extra wide new driveway, yard is mostly fenced, flat w/ a beautiful front-yard shade tree & an oversized regal outdoor patio. .. just perfect for kicking back! All this wrapped up into an affordable package in one of DSM’s fastest selling areas. Come tour today.
Public Records
Feb 28, 2013
Sold
$99,500
$69/sq ft
DMMLS #408189
Feb 22, 2013
Sold
$127,500
$89/sq ft
Oct 16, 2012
Listed
$129,900
$91/sq ft
+14
Great open and airy remodeled and move in ready 4 br home! Nice large rooms in this one! Beautiful remodeled eat in kitchen with espresso cabinets, stainless appliances, ceramic tile floors and glass tile back splash that opens to a formal dining room. Large main floor master bedroom. No hitting your head upstairs here! Nice open hallway with full size ceilings that you don't normally see in a 1 1/2 story home. Generously sized 2nd floor 3 bedrooms. All new paint and frieze carpet all throughout home. Newer vinyl windows and a brand new driveway. Nice large backyard and 1 1/2 car garage make this home an excellent value in this neighborhood! Clean and dry basement ready to finish!
DMMLS #401199
Aug 30, 2012
Sold
$79,000
$55/sq ft
May 10, 2012
Listed
$89,000
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,570 (+2.2%)
$43,400 + $169,700
$213,100
2024
$3,494 (−2.9%)
$37,800 + $150,300
$188,100
2023
$3,600 (+0.8%)
$37,800 + $150,300
$188,100
2022
$3,570
$33,200 + $128,400
$161,600
2021
$3,568 (−3.6%)
$33,200 + $128,400
$161,600
2020
$3,702 (+8.4%)
$33,200 + $128,400
$161,600
2019
$3,416 (+1.2%)
$31,000 + $120,600
$151,600
2018
$3,376 (+2.4%)
$31,000 + $120,600
$151,600
2017
$3,296 (+8.1%)
$27,100 + $108,500
$135,600
2016
$3,050 (+7.7%)
$24,300 + $106,100
$130,400
2013
$2,832
$22,600 + $100,900
$123,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
52 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,350 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,435
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10000852000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
N3A
Neighborhood District
N3a is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, typically in the ranch or split-level style pursuant to House B building type in section 135- 2.14 of this code.
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$227,000 – $275,000
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