Welcome to 3922 36th Street! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers comfortable living, plenty of character, and an oversized fully fenced 0.26-acre lot with room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you'll find inviting living spaces, a functional kitchen, and flexible bonus space that can be used as a home office, playroom, hobby area, or whatever fits your lifestyle. An enclosed porch provides even more space to relax and unwind. Step outside and discover one of this home's best features' the large, fully fenced backyard. There's plenty of room for pets, gardening, entertaining, outdoor games, or creating your own backyard retreat. A detached garage provides additional parking and storage, while central air and included appliances add everyday convenience. With 3 bedrooms, extra usable space, a large lot, and large dry basement with lots of storage, this home has a lot to offer! All information obtained from seller and public records.
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.
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Offer insights
3922 36th St · $219,900
$220K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $220K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
57 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced air heating (gas)
Exterior features
Chain-link fencing
Rectangular lot
Asphalt road access
Parking
Detached one-car garage
Construction
Metal siding
Brick/mortar foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to 3922 36th Street! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers comfortable living, plenty of character, and an oversized fully fenced 0.26-acre lot with room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you'll find inviting living spaces, a functional kitchen, and flexible bonus space that can be used as a home office, playroom, hobby area, or whatever fits your lifestyle. An enclosed porch provides even more space to relax and unwind. Step outside and discover one of this home's best features' the large, fully fenced backyard. There's plenty of room for pets, gardening, entertaining, outdoor games, or creating your own backyard retreat. A detached garage provides additional parking and storage, while central air and included appliances add everyday convenience. With 3 bedrooms, extra usable space, a large lot, and large dry basement with lots of storage, this home has a lot to offer! All information obtained from seller and public records.
DMMLS #746890
Aug 21, 2026
Price Changed
$219,900
$194/sq ft
Aug 7, 2026
Listed
$224,900
$199/sq ft
DMMLS #420347
Sep 18, 2013
Sold
$114,000
$101/sq ft
Jun 24, 2013
Listed
$114,900
$102/sq ft
+11
Cute as can be! 3 bedroom bungalow offers 1132 sq ft of living area. Enclosed front porch. Formal living room, 2 bedrooms, full bath, kitchen and a bonus dining/family room addition. 3rd bedroom up in finished attic. Over 1/4 acre lot. Newer roof (2010), electric panel (2010) and plumbing (2012).
Public Records
Apr 28, 2010
Sold
$100,000
$88/sq ft
DMMLS #364222
Apr 27, 2010
Sold
$99,900
$88/sq ft
Mar 23, 2010
Listed
$99,900
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,212 (+2.0%)
$56,100 + $121,200
$177,300
2024
$3,148 (+2.9%)
$50,000 + $110,000
$160,000
2023
$3,060 (+0.8%)
$50,000 + $110,000
$160,000
2022
$3,036 (−1.8%)
$41,700 + $88,100
$129,800
2021
$3,092 (−3.7%)
$41,700 + $88,100
$129,800
2020
$3,212 (+6.9%)
$41,700 + $88,100
$129,800
2019
$3,004 (+1.0%)
$39,700 + $84,200
$123,900
2018
$2,974 (+11.9%)
$39,700 + $84,200
$123,900
2017
$2,658 (+6.6%)
$35,200 + $76,600
$111,800
2016
$2,494 (+18.2%)
$30,600 + $67,700
$98,300
2013
$2,110
$28,700 + $65,200
$93,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
229 ft.
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1945
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,132
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,132
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10005742000000
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
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
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3922 36th St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $200,000 and $308,500.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $200K to $309K.