This updated 3 bedroom Bungalow has many updates including beautiful cherry solid hardwood flooring in the living room and kitchen. You'll notice the kitchen has been remodeled with newer cabinets, back splash and appliances. The bathroom has been completely redone as well with newer flooring, vanity and beautiful tile in the shower. You are sure to enjoy the large covered patio area and roomy front deck - perfect for grilling out. The back yard is great for playing and even has a shed to store your tools. Only a couple of blocks from Merle Hay mall, this home is located in a great area!
DMMLS #397459
Oct 19, 2012
Sold
$84,000
$104/sq ft
Mar 12, 2012
Listed
$84,900
$105/sq ft
+6
Stop renting!! Move-in ready!! All new Brazilian cherry solid hardwood flooring in living room and kitchen. New carpet in all 3 bedrooms. Newer mechanicals and roof. BRAND NEW kitchen including: oak cabinets, countertop, appliances and lighting. BRAND NEW bathroom including: custom surround tile floor to ceiling, new vanity and ceramic tile flooring. Walking distance to shopping, dining, schools and much more. NFC area - up to $10,000 available.
DMMLS #393169
Feb 21, 2012
Sold
$54,000
$67/sq ft
Nov 22, 2011
Listed
$59,900
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,904 (+2.0%)
$37,200 + $126,700
$163,900
2024
$2,846 (−7.6%)
$32,400 + $112,300
$144,700
2023
$3,080 (+0.8%)
$32,400 + $112,300
$144,700
2022
$3,056 (−0.1%)
$28,400 + $102,300
$130,700
2021
$3,060 (−3.7%)
$28,400 + $102,300
$130,700
2020
$3,178 (+8.0%)
$28,400 + $102,300
$130,700
2019
$2,942 (+9.7%)
$26,500 + $96,100
$122,600
2018
$2,682 (+9.0%)
$26,500 + $96,100
$122,600
2017
$2,460 (+13.2%)
$23,200 + $86,300
$109,500
2016
$2,174 (−3.5%)
$20,800 + $78,700
$99,500
2013
$2,254
$18,600 + $71,900
$90,500
Tax history for 4036 56th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,904 (+2.0%)
$37,200 + $126,700
$163,900
2024
$2,846 (−7.6%)
$32,400 + $112,300
$144,700
2023
$3,080 (+0.8%)
$32,400 + $112,300
$144,700
2022
$3,056 (−0.1%)
$28,400 + $102,300
$130,700
2021
$3,060 (−3.7%)
$28,400 + $102,300
$130,700
2020
$3,178 (+8.0%)
$28,400 + $102,300
$130,700
2019
$2,942 (+9.7%)
$26,500 + $96,100
$122,600
2018
$2,682 (+9.0%)
$26,500 + $96,100
$122,600
2017
$2,460 (+13.2%)
$23,200 + $86,300
$109,500
2016
$2,174 (−3.5%)
$20,800 + $78,700
$99,500
2013
$2,254
$18,600 + $71,900
$90,500
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
45 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
6,300 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
806
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10000667000000
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
Jul 26, 2023 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - hvac changeout
HVAC
Mar 24, 2010 • 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.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Equipment
Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
Interior Features
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Metal Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.145
Lot Size Acres: 0.145
Lot Size Dimensions: 45X140
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: R1-60
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,178.38
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: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 806
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,300 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10000667000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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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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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
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$174,000 – $210,000
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