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Off Market Jun 2020 for $198K

$260,744

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,207/mo

•

1,091

sq ft

3948 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

STOP the car! You won't want to miss this updated charmer in NW Des Moines! 2 bedrooms and 1 updated bath on the main level with eat in kitchen and newer Stainless Steel Appliances. 3rd Huge bedroom with walk in closet on the second level, along with a newly installed Mini Split heat/air condition unit to keep the temp just how you like it! Basement finish with 3/4 updated bath. Updates include: newer roof, electric, water heater, CA/Furnace, windows. All this with a 2 car detached garage w/ electric. Make this your Home Sweet Home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1957Year Built

8,400 sq ftLot Size

$239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Sherri Skay • Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Bought with Richard Hudnut • Iowa Realty Waukee

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•Source:DMMLS #602887

Redfin Estimate

$260,744

$63K since sold in June 2020$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 14.2% higher than the average sale price ($228K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 10, 2026
$210,500
A
3 beds2 baths994 sq ft
3826 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$236,000
B
3 beds1 bath988 sq ft
3846 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$223,000
C
3 beds2 baths876 sq ft
4133 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$252,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,088 sq ft
3913 64th St, Urbandale, IA 50322
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$223,000
E
3 beds2 baths996 sq ft
4025 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$225,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,356 sq ft
4106 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

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$1,547/mo

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Market trends in 50310, IA

Last updated August 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

New listings for sale

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OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 2PM
$430,000
4 beds4 baths2,111 sq ft
2971 Twana Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
NEW 29 HRS AGO
$265,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,450 sq ft
3400 Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
NEW 31 HRS AGO
$194,900
2 beds1 bath832 sq ft
2612 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$329,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,918 sq ft
2016 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$237,000
2 beds1 bath914 sq ft
2303 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$205,000
3 beds1 bath1,379 sq ft
4505 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
$414,900
4 beds2 baths2,058 sq ft
2702 41st Pl, Des Moines, IA 50310
$359,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,322 sq ft
4690 NW Lovington Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
$145,000
2 beds1 bath634 sq ft
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Sale history for 3948 55th St

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #602887

Jun 3, 2020

Sold

$198,000

$181/sq ft

Apr 30, 2020

Pending

—

Apr 20, 2020

Price Changed

$199,900

$183/sq ft

Apr 9, 2020

Listed

$204,000

$187/sq ft

DMMLS #536315

May 19, 2017

Sold

$160,000

$147/sq ft

Mar 30, 2017

Listed

$160,000

$147/sq ft

+20

Finally that 1.5 story in NW DM with the updates you've been looking for! Central location with tons of updates! You'll know this is home from the moment you pull into the driveway. From the 2 car garage (w/ electric), the newer roof, beautiful landscaping, and the freshly poured concrete in the driveway/back patio. Step inside the home to the kitchen with new countertops, freshly painted cabinets, and plenty of them! Completely updated full bath (vanity, flooring, tub) on the main level accompanied by 2 bedrooms. Upstairs you'll find the master BR with brand new carpet and large master closet. Enjoy the additional 400 sq ft of finish in the recently finished basement. Updates include, fresh paint throughout, refinished trim, newer doors, wire shelving in BR's, new privacy fence in backyard, plus plenty more. Hurry and get through this today!

DMMLS #424918

Jan 8, 2014

Sold

$107,500

$99/sq ft

Sep 19, 2013

Listed

$119,900

$110/sq ft

You can move right into this well cared for 1.5 sty home in the heart of the Merle Hay Neighborhood. This home is close to shopping, schools, parks and the famous Beaverdale downtown district. Inside the home are those coveted refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, and an updated bath. New carpet in the finished attic as well. The roof has plenty of life left in it as well! The home is clean and cute. Make it yours today!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,226 (+2.1%)

$47,700 + $191,000

$238,700

2024

$4,140 (−1.1%)

$41,500 + $169,000

$210,500

2023

$4,188 (+0.8%)

$41,500 + $169,000

$210,500

2022

$4,156 (+6.6%)

$36,500 + $141,200

$177,700

2021

$3,898 (+2.0%)

$36,500 + $141,200

$177,700

2020

$3,822 (+8.3%)

$36,500 + $141,200

$177,700

2019

$3,528 (+17.8%)

$34,000 + $122,200

$156,200

2018

$2,994 (+8.8%)

$34,000 + $122,200

$156,200

2017

$2,752 (−1.3%)

$29,800 + $91,500

$121,300

2016

$2,788 (+6.5%)

$26,700 + $83,600

$110,300

2013

$2,618

$24,900 + $80,000

$104,900

Tax history for 3948 55th St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,226 (+2.1%)

$47,700 + $191,000

$238,700

2024

$4,140 (−1.1%)

$41,500 + $169,000

$210,500

2023

$4,188 (+0.8%)

$41,500 + $169,000

$210,500

2022

$4,156 (+6.6%)

$36,500 + $141,200

$177,700

2021

$3,898 (+2.0%)

$36,500 + $141,200

$177,700

2020

$3,822 (+8.3%)

$36,500 + $141,200

$177,700

2019

$3,528 (+17.8%)

$34,000 + $122,200

$156,200

2018

$2,994 (+8.8%)

$34,000 + $122,200

$156,200

2017

$2,752 (−1.3%)

$29,800 + $91,500

$121,300

2016

$2,788 (+6.5%)

$26,700 + $83,600

$110,300

2013

$2,618

$24,900 + $80,000

$104,900

*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

60 ft.

Lot depth

140 ft.

Lot size

8,400 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,091

Year built

1957

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10000984000000

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: 2

Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Finished

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fully Fenced, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood, Full

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.193
Lot Size Acres: 0.193
Lot Size Dimensions: 60X140
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: R

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 500
Foundation Details: Block

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,061

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: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,091
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10000984000000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Moore Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

2/10

Meredith Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

5/10

Hoover High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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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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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.

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Estimated sale price

$248,000 – $300,000

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Home values near 3948 55th St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4007 55th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1002 Sq. Ft.	$241,835
4001 55th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1222 Sq. Ft.	$198,099

Address	Redfin Estimate
4013 55th Street, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 760 Sq. Ft.	$159,279
4018 55th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 948 Sq. Ft.	$270,036

Address	Redfin Estimate
4017 55th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1292 Sq. Ft.	$255,148
3937 55th Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 912 Sq. Ft.	$212,930

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