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Off market nov 2021 for $175K

$211,924

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,250/mo

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744

sq ft

3846 54th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

This immaculately maintained 2 BR, 1 BA brick home has updates galore; new vinyl siding, new roof and LeafGuard gutters on garage and house, updated windows, added insulation, new wood fence and two decks. Lots of perennials and a covered patio can be enjoyed for morning coffee, and casual evenings with friends and family. Hardwood floors. Clean and guaranteed dry basement with waterproofed walls. The list of even more updates is available at the home or online. You won't find this garage anywhere else in the neighborhood. There's space for all your cars, toys, hobbies, business in the 24' X 36' insulated garage with heat and AC, 200 amp electric service (house & garage). For even more storage space there's an additional storage shed. This home is a must see.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

6,300 sq ftLot Size

$285Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Marva McCarty • RE/MAX Concepts

Bought with Jorge Ibarra • Keller Williams Realty GDM

Bought with Rocio Hermosillo • Keller Williams Realty GDM

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•Source:DMMLS #635143

Redfin Estimate

$211,924

$37K since sold in November 2021$7,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 58.8% higher than the average sale price ($133K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$63,000
A
2 beds1 bath714 sq ft
3921 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$145,000
B
2 beds1 bath690 sq ft
5711 Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$75,000
C
2 beds1 bath786 sq ft
3946 50th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$173,000
D
2 beds1 bath1,068 sq ft
3613 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD MAR 20, 2026
$169,900
E
3 beds1 bath864 sq ft
3901 54th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$175,000
F
2 beds1 bath793 sq ft
3906 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

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$1,218/mo

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Market trends in 50310, IA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.5%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$242K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

13d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

182

2 MoM

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Sale history for 3846 54th St

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #635143

Nov 18, 2021

Sold

$175,000

$235/sq ft

Oct 18, 2021

Pending

—

Sep 8, 2021

Price Changed

$180,000

$242/sq ft

Aug 31, 2021

Price Changed

$189,900

$255/sq ft

Aug 31, 2021

Relisted

—

Aug 12, 2021

Pending

—

Aug 6, 2021

Listed

$180,000

$242/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 22, 2011

Sold

$80,000

$108/sq ft

DMMLS #391884

Dec 22, 2011

Sold

$79,900

$107/sq ft

Oct 22, 2011

Listed

$79,900

$107/sq ft

This "Beaverdale Brick" is boasting of charm and character in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Beautiful hardwood floors showcase the living room and two bedrooms. Tucked in the hall near the two bedrooms is the updated full bathroom. All appliances are included in the kitchen with generous amount of cabinet and counter space. Lower level provides laundry area with washer and dryer and excellent storage space. Blinds and ceiling fans are already done. Relax on the deck overlooking the fenced yard, extra large garage, mature landscaping and carport area. This location is near Des Moines first shopping mall, park, schools, bus line and easy access to downtown or I-80. Make this gem your next Home Sweet Home!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,490 (+2.0%)

$37,200 + $159,400

$196,600

2024

$3,420 (−0.9%)

$32,400 + $141,400

$173,800

2023

$3,452 (+7.3%)

$32,400 + $141,400

$173,800

2022

$3,216 (−0.1%)

$28,400 + $118,100

$146,500

2021

$3,220 (−3.6%)

$28,400 + $118,100

$146,500

2020

$3,340 (+9.2%)

$28,400 + $118,100

$146,500

2019

$3,060 (+1.2%)

$26,500 + $111,100

$137,600

2018

$3,024 (+9.6%)

$26,500 + $111,100

$137,600

2017

$2,758 (+6.6%)

$23,200 + $99,200

$122,400

2016

$2,588 (+7.4%)

$20,800 + $89,700

$110,500

2013

$2,410

$19,700 + $86,400

$106,100

Tax history for 3846 54th St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,490 (+2.0%)

$37,200 + $159,400

$196,600

2024

$3,420 (−0.9%)

$32,400 + $141,400

$173,800

2023

$3,452 (+7.3%)

$32,400 + $141,400

$173,800

2022

$3,216 (−0.1%)

$28,400 + $118,100

$146,500

2021

$3,220 (−3.6%)

$28,400 + $118,100

$146,500

2020

$3,340 (+9.2%)

$28,400 + $118,100

$146,500

2019

$3,060 (+1.2%)

$26,500 + $111,100

$137,600

2018

$3,024 (+9.6%)

$26,500 + $111,100

$137,600

2017

$2,758 (+6.6%)

$23,200 + $99,200

$122,400

2016

$2,588 (+7.4%)

$20,800 + $89,700

$110,500

2013

$2,410

$19,700 + $86,400

$106,100

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

45 ft.

Lot depth

140 ft.

Lot size

6,300 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

744

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10000945000000

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

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4

Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Tandem

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished

Equipment
Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove

Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Other Features: Dining Area

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick, Vinyl Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio
Other Structures: Storage
Fencing: Wood, Full

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.145
Lot Size Acres: 0.145
Lot Size Dimensions: 45X140
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B

Property Information
Foundation Details: Block

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,890
Tax Year: 2021

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.: 744
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,300 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10000945000000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Moore Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

2/10

Meredith Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

5/10

Hoover High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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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Des Moines, IA • 50310

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$202,000 – $244,000

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Home values near 3846 54th St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3901 54th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 864 Sq. Ft.	$203,561
3905 54th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 864 Sq. Ft.	$197,996

Address	Redfin Estimate
3841 54th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$188,081
3911 54th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 975 Sq. Ft.	$206,942

Address	Redfin Estimate
3847 54th Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 726 Sq. Ft.	$186,517
3829 54th Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 832 Sq. Ft.	$204,970

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