Tired of looking at homes in this price range that come with a long list of projects? This one offers the peace of mind of meaningful updates already done—plus a backyard that feels like a private retreat. Nestled on a corner lot in the Johnston School District, this two-story home is surrounded by mature landscaping and a privacy fence, creating a peaceful outdoor space you'll want to spend time in. The large deck is perfect for entertaining, while the charming potting shed adds a little extra space for gardening and storage. Inside, the main level features new LVP flooring, a bright living room with large windows, formal dining, a half bath, and a kitchen with rich cabinetry and granite countertops. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and updated shower, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The finished basement adds flexible space for a playroom, home gym, office, or second living area. Recent updates include LVP flooring and new carpet throughout (2024), plus a new furnace and air conditioner (2025). Previous improvements include the roof and LeafGuard gutters (2019), quality windows, and siding. Conveniently located near Beaverdale and Merle Hay shopping, dining, and amenities.
Meredith, located between Meredith Drive and Beaver Avenue, is a residential and park-adjacent Des Moines neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and a leafy, low-rise streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Meredith Drive corridor near Beaver Avenue, where small storefronts and everyday services line the road in a steady, local rhythm. Greenwood Park and the Meredith Trail set the outdoor tempo with shaded paths and open lawns. The Des Moines Art Center and its surrounding grounds add a cultural counterpoint nearby. Streets tend toward quiet blocks, with pockets of apartments and tidy brick buildings mixed in. Daily life reads as practical and relaxed, shaped by trees, trails, and short drives to larger commercial districts.
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Market insights
4312 46th St · $354,900
DAYS ON MARKET
78 days
The average home goes pending in 28 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$354,900
Median sale price in this area is $323,937. (9% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
2 price drops
27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Living
Dining
Interior features
Separate/formal dining room
Window treatments
Finished basement
Two gas-log fireplaces
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
One three-quarter bathroom
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stove
Microwave
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Exterior storage
Wood fencing
Corner lot
Concrete road frontage
Home design
Two-story house
Parking
Attached two-car garage
Security
Smoke detectors
Construction
Asphalt shingle roof
Block and poured foundation
Below-grade finished area
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Sidewalks
Electricity and solar
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Charming Two-Story Home in Cherished Beaverdale Neighborhood This residence boasts an exceptional floor plan designed for both comfort and elegance. As you step inside, you are greeted by a formal living room and a formal dining room, perfect for entertaining. The main floor also features an updated gourmet eat-in kitchen, ideal for culinary enthusiasts, and a spacious family room with large windows overlooking the new oversized deck. The backyard is fully fenced, extensively landscaped offering privacy and safety, and includes a huge storage shed for all your organizational needs. Upstairs, the home offers a serene retreat in the large main suite, complete with an en suite bath and large walkin closet. Two additional generously sized bedrooms and another full bath provide ample space for family or guests. The finished basement expands your living space with a versatile family room or work out space. This home has a great location for shopping, dinning and easy highway access. This home is in the Johnston School district.
CRAAR, CDRMLS #2004867
Aug 24, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$143/sq ft
Jul 6, 2020
Listed
$250,000
$143/sq ft
+14
TWO MAIN FLOOR living rooms! SPACE to entertain & live! Know what's happening in a kitchen that opens to the eating area & HUGE living room w/ updated Mendota fireplace. Cook w/ joy surrounded by rich, DARK wood kitchen cabinetry & GRANITE counter tops. FORMAL dining room for memorable dinner parties w/ loved ones. Enjoy PRIVACY w/ THREE beds & TWO baths tucked away upstairs. FULLY FENCED yard. .. a landscaper's paradise w/ garden shed. AND on a 1/4-acre corner lot w/ no immediate north-side door neighbor. Exterior fully updated. .. new roof & LeafGuard gutters Fall 2019; newer custom made-to-measure Renewal by Andersen & Pella Designer Series windows; newer LP-Smart Siding. CONVENIENT outdoor natural gas hookup for your summer grilling. Excellent Johnston Schools & QUICK access to Merle Hay commercial corridor! Call for your HOME SWEET HOME appointment TODAY!
DMMLS #609006
Aug 24, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$143/sq ft
Jul 11, 2020
Pending
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Jul 3, 2020
Listed
$250,000
$143/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,756 (+4.8%)
$65,300 + $271,500
$336,800
2024
$5,492 (−1.1%)
$56,500 + $238,400
$294,900
2023
$5,552 (−9.3%)
$56,500 + $238,400
$294,900
2022
$6,120 (+5.7%)
$50,400 + $206,400
$256,800
2021
$5,790 (+2.0%)
$50,400 + $206,400
$256,800
2020
$5,678 (+5.1%)
$50,400 + $206,400
$256,800
2019
$5,400 (+1.1%)
$46,100 + $189,200
$235,300
2018
$5,340 (+11.4%)
$46,100 + $189,200
$235,300
2017
$4,794 (+2.2%)
$40,600 + $173,200
$213,800
2016
$4,690 (+8.9%)
$35,900 + $154,000
$189,900
2013
$4,308
$35,400 + $153,400
$188,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
90 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1989
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,751
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,751
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10001500216000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N2B
Neighborhood District
N2b is intended for contemporary, mid-size lots for single- and two-household residential houses within a more flexible building form and located in contemporary neighborhoods pursuant to House A building type in section 135- 2.13 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Apr 24, 2026 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - other
HVAC
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.
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
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 4312 46th St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $294,000 and $405,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $294K to $405K.