Welcome home to this beautifully updated ranch in the highly sought-after Lower Beaver neighborhood! Offering the perfect blend of character, comfort, and future potential, this home features a remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stunning hardwood floors, and three generously sized bedrooms. Major improvements have already been completed for you, including a newer roof, siding, windows, and HVAC system, providing peace of mind for years to come. Step outside and enjoy the patio and brand-new privacy fence, creating the perfect outdoor retreat for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying quiet evenings at home. The spacious lower level is ready for your finishing touches, offering an incredible opportunity to add living space, increase home equity, and customize the home to fit your needs. A detached one-car garage provides convenient parking and additional storage. Situated on a quiet street in one of Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods, this move-in-ready home combines modern updates, outdoor enjoyment, and room to grow. Don't miss your chance to make this Lower Beaver gem your own!
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
4111 40th St · $239,000
$239K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $239K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
67 days
The average home goes pending in 27 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.7%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Unfinished basement
Bedrooms
3 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Stove
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central air
Electric forced-air heating
Natural gas heating
Exterior features
Open patio
Wood fencing
Smoke detector(s)
Home design
Single-story home
Parking
Detached one-car garage
Security
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Vinyl siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Resale property
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Welcome home to this beautifully updated ranch in the highly sought-after Lower Beaver neighborhood! Offering the perfect blend of character, comfort, and future potential, this home features a remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stunning hardwood floors, and three generously sized bedrooms. Major improvements have already been completed for you, including a newer roof, siding, windows, and HVAC system, providing peace of mind for years to come. Step outside and enjoy the patio and brand-new privacy fence, creating the perfect outdoor retreat for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying quiet evenings at home. The spacious lower level is ready for your finishing touches, offering an incredible opportunity to add living space, increase home equity, and customize the home to fit your needs. A detached one-car garage provides convenient parking and additional storage. Situated on a quiet street in one of Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods, this move-in-ready home combines modern updates, outdoor enjoyment, and room to grow. Don't miss your chance to make this Lower Beaver gem your own!
DMMLS #744312
Aug 3, 2026
Price Changed
$239,000
$193/sq ft
Jul 1, 2026
Listed
$240,000
$194/sq ft
DMMLS #680723
Dec 1, 2023
Sold
$213,000
$172/sq ft
Nov 9, 2023
Pending
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Oct 7, 2023
Price Changed
$220,900
$178/sq ft
Sep 8, 2023
Price Changed
$229,900
$186/sq ft
Sep 1, 2023
Price Changed
$239,999
$194/sq ft
Aug 24, 2023
Listed
$249,999
$202/sq ft
+16
SPECIAL FINANCING: Seller is offering a 2-1 Buydown on this home with an accepted offer when using preferred lender. A 2-1 buydown provides a 30-year fixed rate but lowers the interest rate by 2% the 1st year, 1% the 2nd year. This will give you the ability to start with a much lower payment in the first two years and the opportunity to save thousands of dollars during the first two years of owning the home. Introducing a charming ranch-style home nestled in the highly desired Lower Beaver area, where a combination of prime location and modern comfort awaits. Inside, you’ll find a newly remodeled kitchen, with SS appliances, hardwood floors throughout, and 3 ample sized bedrooms. Recent updates include a new roof, siding, windows, and HVAC system that provides not only enhanced curb appeal but also long-term peace of mind. Situated on a tranquil street, this property offers a newly poured patio area providing a quiet haven to unwind. Adding to the convenience is a one-car detached garage, catering to storage and parking needs. This exceptional home is competitively priced at $229,900, representing remarkable value for its prime location, updated features, and comfortable living. Don't miss the opportunity to make this Beaverdale gem your own!
Public Records
Aug 2, 2005
Sold
$126,000
$102/sq ft
DMMLS #258431
May 3, 2005
Listed
$127,900
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,800 (+2.2%)
$51,500 + $168,300
$219,800
2024
$3,718 (−0.3%)
$46,000 + $153,500
$199,500
2023
$3,730 (+0.9%)
$46,000 + $153,500
$199,500
2022
$3,698 (+2.4%)
$39,700 + $127,400
$167,100
2021
$3,610 (−3.6%)
$39,700 + $127,400
$167,100
2020
$3,746 (+7.2%)
$39,700 + $127,400
$167,100
2019
$3,496 (−5.2%)
$36,400 + $116,900
$153,300
2018
$3,688 (+8.9%)
$36,400 + $116,900
$153,300
2017
$3,386 (+3.8%)
$32,200 + $106,400
$138,600
2016
$3,262 (+6.8%)
$28,800 + $96,400
$125,200
2013
$3,054
$27,800 + $95,000
$122,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
8,100 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1959
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,239
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,239
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10011258000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
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
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 4111 40th St
$233,468
$5,532 under list price of $239K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $180K to $264K.