Investor Alert! This gutted ranch is the perfect spring project for someone looking to build equity in a great neighborhood. At 714 sq. ft. , it's a manageable full-rehab opportunity with a major bonus: a massive double car garage. Bring your tools, your vision, and your expertise to bring this gem back to life. Perfect for a high-end rental or a sleek starter home. Sold as-is. All property information and records have been sourced directly from the County Assessor's page.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
8,400 sq ftLot Size
$88Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Daniel Arredondo• EXIT Realty & Associates
Est. $1,150 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3921 52nd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #739919
Jun 10, 2026
Sold
$63,000
$88/sq ft
May 15, 2026
Pending
—
May 4, 2026
Listed
$80,000
$112/sq ft
DMMLS #425763
Feb 28, 2014
Sold
$31,500
$44/sq ft
Oct 4, 2013
Listed
$34,900
$49/sq ft
+7
Great investment opportunity! Nice size ranch located in great neighborhood that's close to schools, interstate, and shopping. It features 1 bed (previously used as 2 bed), 1 bathroom, open floor plan and oversized 2 car garage. Great buy!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,362 (+2.1%)
$47,700 + $92,000
$139,700
2024
$1,334 (−25.2%)
$41,500 + $26,300
$67,800
2023
$1,784 (+0.8%)
$41,500 + $26,300
$67,800
2022
$1,770 (−16.9%)
$36,500 + $39,200
$75,700
2021
$2,130 (−8.4%)
$36,500 + $39,200
$75,700
2020
$2,326 (+2.2%)
$36,500 + $39,200
$75,700
2019
$2,275 (−1.3%)
$34,000 + $37,700
$71,700
2018
$2,305 (+15.9%)
$34,000 + $37,700
$71,700
2017
$1,988 (+11.7%)
$29,800 + $50,300
$80,100
2016
$1,780 (−11.8%)
$26,700 + $46,800
$73,500
2013
$2,018
$23,900 + $43,100
$67,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
8,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
714
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10000831000000
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
May 24, 2022 • Final
Building (residential) - garage/shed
Remodel
Aug 29, 2020 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Remodel
Roofing
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: 2
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
Other Features: See Remarks
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.193
Lot Size Acres: 0.193
Lot Size Dimensions: 60X140
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Zoning: N3A
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block, Slab
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,362
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas, See Remarks
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 714
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10000831000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 17% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$169,000 – $204,000
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