Nestled in Des Moines’ highly desirable Lower Beaver neighborhood, this charming Beaverdale brick home blends classic architectural character with invaluable peace-of-mind updates! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, the layout offers great flexibility for daily living and guests. Beautiful new LVP flooring runs throughout the main level, leading down to a partially finished lower level that adds versatile secondary living space for a rec room or home office. Enjoy outdoor living at its best in the large, fully fenced-in backyard, complete with a 2-car garage. Best of all, major system upgrades mean worry-free homeownership: A/C replaced in 2018, roof in 2020, and sewer line in 2021. Perfectly located in 50310 near shops, parks, and neighborhood hot spots, this property is the complete package!
Lower Beaver, located between Beaver Avenue and the Des Moines River, is a residential and commercial Des Moines neighborhood with mid-century ranch streetscapes and a working-corridor feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Beaver Avenue and Lower Beaver Road junction, where auto shops, small eateries, and everyday storefronts line the roadway. Brick one-and-a-half-story homes and tidy bungalows sit behind mature trees, while the main drag keeps things practical and active. The Des Moines River Greenbelt frames the east side with trail access and open views. Nearby, Big Creek State Park adds a larger outdoor backdrop beyond the neighborhood grid.
Beaverdale brick home. Very nice. Great location. New trim paint. New roof, mechanicals, electric. Hardwood floors. Fenced large yard. Three bedrooms. Detached garage. New patio. All appliances stay. 2258 sqft finished.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,720 (+2.2%)
$52,400 + $218,700
$271,100
2024
$4,620 (+12.1%)
$46,700 + $198,600
$245,300
2023
$4,120 (+0.8%)
$46,700 + $198,600
$245,300
2022
$4,088 (−1.6%)
$39,000 + $144,730
$183,730
2021
$4,156 (−3.6%)
$39,000 + $144,730
$183,730
2020
$4,312 (+7.8%)
$39,000 + $144,730
$183,730
2019
$4,000 (+1.2%)
$37,200 + $137,930
$175,130
2018
$3,954 (+12.9%)
$37,200 + $137,930
$175,130
2017
$3,502 (+2.4%)
$32,900 + $124,430
$157,330
2016
$3,420 (+6.5%)
$28,600 + $109,430
$138,030
2013
$3,210
$28,000 + $119,900
$147,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
173 ft.
Lot size
8,650 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,418
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,418
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10005193000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Nov 9, 2012 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Demolition
Grading
New construction
Nov 8, 2012 • Final
Tidemark import - ele
Electrical
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.
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
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
4.1 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3921 41st St
$269,705
$295 under list price of $270K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $220K to $365K.