Est. $1,682 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 4031 42nd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #747319
Sep 1, 2026
Sold
$365,000
$258/sq ft
Aug 14, 2026
Listed
$380,000
$269/sq ft
Aug 14, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Aug 14, 2026
Price Changed
$380,000
$269/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,672 (+8.6%)
$60,200 + $190,500
$250,700
2025
$4,304 (+2.2%)
$60,200 + $190,500
$250,700
2024
$4,212
$53,800 + $170,800
$224,600
2023
$4,208 (+0.8%)
$53,800 + $170,800
$224,600
2022
$4,174 (+1.8%)
$46,400 + $141,000
$187,400
2021
$4,100 (−3.6%)
$46,400 + $141,000
$187,400
2020
$4,254 (+1.3%)
$46,400 + $141,000
$187,400
2019
$4,198 (+4.6%)
$42,600 + $130,300
$172,900
2018
$4,012 (+13.2%)
$42,600 + $130,300
$172,900
2017
$3,544 (−13.7%)
$37,700 + $118,500
$156,200
2016
$4,108 (+13.1%)
$33,700 + $109,100
$142,800
2013
$3,632
$32,600 + $134,000
$166,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
165 ft.
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,415
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10005244000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 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
Dec 14, 2013 • Final
Tidemark import - ele
Electrical
Nov 29, 2013 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Electrical
Plumbing
Remodel
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.
Other Features: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Cable TV, Wine Cellar, Window Treatments
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Fire Pit, Patio, Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
Other Structures: Storage
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Wood
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.303
Lot Size Acres: 0.303
Lot Size Dimensions: 80X165
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3A
Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,100
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,725.44
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: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,415
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10005244000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Samuelson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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.
10.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$333,000 – $403,000
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