Tucked away on a quiet street on the outskirts of Beaverdale, this charming two-story home welcomes you with its distinctive stone façade and timeless appeal. Beautifully refinished real wood floors flow throughout the entire home, adding warmth and character to every room. The updated kitchen features stylish floating shelves, while the formal dining room offers sliding doors that open to an oversized deck perfect for entertaining or enjoying peaceful evenings overlooking the park-like, fully fenced yard. Spacious bedrooms provide plenty of room to relax, while the finished basement with newer flooring offers additional living space to suit your needs. Blending classic charm with thoughtful updates, this inviting home offers the perfect setting to settle in and enjoy all it has to offer! Newer roof, HVAC, vinyl windows
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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Market insights
4127 27th St · $295,000
DAYS ON MARKET
4 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$295,000
Median sale price in this area is $314,350. (7% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
30% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Finished and unfinished basement
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, stove
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Flooring
Hardwood and tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air
Exterior features
Deck
Chain-link fencing
Rectangular lot
Home design
Two stories
Parking
Attached two-car garage
Security
Smoke detectors
Construction
Stone and vinyl siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Located in a well-established NW Des Moines neighborhood, this turn-key two-story stately 4 bed 2 bath home is ready for you! You will love the open concept main floor which features the family room, half bath, kitchen, and dining area. The second floor boasts 4 bedrooms with great closet space and one full bathroom. The basement offers finished living room, finish bonus room, storage and laundry. Situated on a spacious fully fenced yard that include a deck, makes it great space for play and entertaining. The 2-car attached garage is a delight! You can’t beat the location! Property is a short distance to bike trails & schools & has quick access to I-235 & I-80 as well as an easy commute to Ankeny. Come call this home today! All information obtained from Seller and public records. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
DMMLS #537022
Jun 8, 2017
Sold
$200,000
$136/sq ft
Apr 10, 2017
Listed
$195,000
$133/sq ft
+13
Beautifully updated 2sty in the desirable Lower Beaver neighborhood! Gorgeous oversized treed lot with fenced in backyard, 30x18 deck and attached 2 car garage. 4 bdrms, 1.5 baths, and 1470 sq ft. , not counting the additional 560 sq ft. in the finished lower level! Hardwood floors throughout this amazing home, and a large family room with dining area, and access to the amazing deck for entertaining. Wait until you see this kitchen with granite counters, attractive backsplash, tile flooring, soft close drawers, under cabinet lighting, wine rack and GE Profile stainless steel appliances. 4 nice sized bedrooms and full bath has been redone with Re-bath. Finished lower level w/ large family room, access to laundry/storage area & bonus room. New HVAC System (2015), new roof (2008) and Leaf Guard's installed on the gutters. Home has reverse osmosis, water softener and central vac!
Public Records
Jul 3, 2012
Sold
$163,000
$111/sq ft
DMMLS #400838
Jun 29, 2012
Sold
$160,000
$109/sq ft
May 8, 2012
Listed
$168,500
$115/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,260 (+6.6%)
$53,900 + $227,000
$280,900
2025
$4,934 (+2.2%)
$53,900 + $227,000
$280,900
2024
$4,830 (−3.9%)
$48,300 + $207,700
$256,000
2023
$5,028 (+5.2%)
$48,300 + $207,700
$256,000
2022
$4,780 (−0.7%)
$41,500 + $171,800
$213,300
2021
$4,812 (−3.6%)
$41,500 + $171,800
$213,300
2020
$4,992 (+10.0%)
$41,500 + $171,800
$213,300
2019
$4,538 (+1.1%)
$39,200 + $162,200
$201,400
2018
$4,488 (+6.9%)
$39,200 + $162,200
$201,400
2017
$4,198 (+5.7%)
$33,700 + $143,700
$177,400
2016
$3,972 (+7.2%)
$30,800 + $132,900
$163,700
2013
$3,704
$29,200 + $129,000
$158,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
70 ft.
Lot depth
180 ft.
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,470
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,470
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
08004162044000
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
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
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
4.7 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 4127 27th St
$294,212
$788 under list price of $295K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $245K to $293K.