Welcome home to this beautifully cared-for 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home. 4207 Madison offers comfort in a convenient Des Moines location, with easy access to nearby amenities. Step inside to find an inviting living space, complemented by a nicely updated kitchen. Down the hall you will find two spacious bedrooms on the main floor adjacent to an updated full bath. Enjoy the perk of the attached one-car garage and an extra-wide driveway with plenty of parking space. The fully fenced backyard is perfect for morning coffee or relaxing after work. Have peace of mind knowing that your new home has newer vinyl windows and vinyl siding (2022), and a recent roof and gutter replacement (2019). The home is located in the Neighborhood Finance Corporation (NFC) lending area, eligible buyers may qualify for up to $10,000 in grant money.
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
4207 Madison Ave · $179,900
$180K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $180K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
43 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Crawl space basement
Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Stove
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Laundry on main level
Flooring
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Exterior features
Chain link fencing
Rectangular lot
Concrete road frontage
Home design
Single-story home
Parking
Attached one-car garage
Construction
Vinyl siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Resale property
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Sidewalks in the community
Electricity and solar
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An absolute gem! Great ranch home located in a quiet n'hood. 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath and a family room with a bay window. Charming and could be great with a few updates. .. or perfect as is. Fenced yard, attached garage, extra wide driveway for parking. Home does have a current rental certificate.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,180 (+7.4%)
$51,700 + $122,400
$174,100
2025
$2,962 (+2.2%)
$51,700 + $122,400
$174,100
2024
$2,898 (−1.6%)
$46,300 + $111,500
$157,800
2023
$2,944 (+0.8%)
$46,300 + $111,500
$157,800
2022
$2,920 (+2.1%)
$39,900 + $93,900
$133,800
2021
$2,860 (−3.6%)
$39,900 + $93,900
$133,800
2020
$2,966 (−0.6%)
$39,900 + $93,900
$133,800
2019
$2,984 (+1.1%)
$36,600 + $86,600
$123,200
2018
$2,952 (+8.5%)
$36,600 + $86,600
$123,200
2017
$2,720 (+5.8%)
$32,400 + $78,600
$111,000
2016
$2,570 (+6.9%)
$29,000 + $71,600
$100,600
2013
$2,404
$27,400 + $69,300
$96,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
82 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
8,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
971
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
971
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10005286000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
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.
10.3 hrs
4.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 4207 Madison Ave
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $175,650 and $215,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $176K to $215K.