Don’t miss your opportunity to move right in to this beautifully updated ranch in the Southwestern Hills area! As you walk through the front door, you’ll be welcomed by the charming feel and open floor plan which highlights the 9' ceilings and the new hardwood floors that flow through the living room, dining area, bedrooms and kitchen. The kitchen is updated with white cabinets, new counter-tops, back-splash, & lighting. The updated bathroom is located off the hall between the bedrooms. The master bedroom has a large closet with plenty of room for storage. You will love the back deck which is perfect for get-togethers with friends and family. You are sure to love the landscaping with plenty of room to spend a sunny afternoon grilling or gardening. Newer high efficiency furnace, newer roof, vinyl windows. Updated electrical and plumbing. Stove, Microwave, Dishwasher plus HSA Warranty included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1902Year Built
10,686 sq ftLot Size
$218Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Beth Ernst• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with Jesse Kern• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Cute ranch with good sized fenced yard and garden. Interior is updated with newer flooring and updated kitchen and bathrooms. 2 bedrooms. 1 car detached garage. Newer HVAC. HUD Homes are Sold AS-IS. Listing #161-235316 Earnest Deposit $1000 if offer over $50k, $500 if offer under 50k. Must Be Certified Funds, earnest money check is made out to buyers choice of title company for closing, ask Listing Agent for details. Managed by Matt Martin Real Estate, offers made at HUDHomeStore website.
DMMLS #449613
Apr 16, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 2, 2015
Listed
$93,000
$117/sq ft
DMMLS #446689
Mar 1, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Dec 29, 2014
Listed
$93,000
$117/sq ft
DMMLS #442349
Dec 29, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Sep 8, 2014
Listed
$79,900
$101/sq ft
DMMLS #437092
Sep 4, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jun 2, 2014
Listed
$98,900
$125/sq ft
DMMLS #435145
Jun 2, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 2014
Listed
$98,795
$125/sq ft
DMMLS #321789
May 8, 2008
Sold
$99,000
$125/sq ft
Jan 21, 2008
Listed
$99,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 19, 2006
Sold
$58,000
$73/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 14, 2005
Sold
$69,500
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,490 (+2.2%)
$55,300 + $81,800
$137,100
2024
$2,436 (+12.5%)
$54,100 + $80,200
$134,300
2023
$2,166 (+0.8%)
$54,100 + $80,200
$134,300
2022
$2,148 (+1.4%)
$41,700 + $59,100
$100,800
2021
$2,118 (−3.6%)
$41,700 + $59,100
$100,800
2020
$2,196 (+2.7%)
$41,700 + $59,100
$100,800
2019
$2,138 (+1.2%)
$38,900 + $54,600
$93,500
2018
$2,112 (+8.8%)
$38,900 + $54,600
$93,500
2017
$1,942 (−9.0%)
$36,300 + $51,800
$88,100
2016
$2,134 (+7.3%)
$33,000 + $47,300
$80,300
2013
$1,988
$32,900 + $47,400
$80,300
Tax history for 3920 SW 31st St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,490 (+2.2%)
$55,300 + $81,800
$137,100
2024
$2,436 (+12.5%)
$54,100 + $80,200
$134,300
2023
$2,166 (+0.8%)
$54,100 + $80,200
$134,300
2022
$2,148 (+1.4%)
$41,700 + $59,100
$100,800
2021
$2,118 (−3.6%)
$41,700 + $59,100
$100,800
2020
$2,196 (+2.7%)
$41,700 + $59,100
$100,800
2019
$2,138 (+1.2%)
$38,900 + $54,600
$93,500
2018
$2,112 (+8.8%)
$38,900 + $54,600
$93,500
2017
$1,942 (−9.0%)
$36,300 + $51,800
$88,100
2016
$2,134 (+7.3%)
$33,000 + $47,300
$80,300
2013
$1,988
$32,900 + $47,400
$80,300
*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
78 ft.
Lot depth
137 ft.
Lot size
10,686 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
792
Year built
1902
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
01004007056002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Oct 13, 2025 • Final
Plumbing (residential) - other
Plumbing
Apr 20, 2019 • 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
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
Interior Features
Other Features: Dining Area, Window Treatments
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Metal Siding
Has Home Warranty
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.245
Lot Size Acres: 0.245
Lot Size Dimensions: 78X137
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: R1-80
Property Information
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,134
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.: 792
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,686 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1902
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 01004007056002
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Jefferson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Brody Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Lincoln High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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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
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Estimated sale price
$165,000 – $199,000
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