Magnolia Park, located between Fleur Drive and SW 9th Street, is a residential and park-adjacent Des Moines neighborhood with mature trees and a river-valley feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Gray’s Lake Park and the Kruidenier Trail, where walkers, cyclists, and skyline views set the daily rhythm. Nearby anchors such as Gray’s Lake Park, Water Works Park, and the Des Moines Art Center shape weekends with paths, lawns, and galleries. Housing reads as modest mid-century and traditional single-family streets with deep setbacks and steady greenery. The geography stays grounded by the Raccoon River corridor and the sweep of MacRae Park. Downtown sits close enough to frame the horizon, while the streets remain calm and residential.
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Offer insights
4613 SE 3rd Ct · $239,900
$240K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $240K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
24 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
Interior features
Resale condition
Bedrooms
Four main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Exterior features
Lot approximately 0.21 acres
Home design
Single-story home
Financial info
Annual taxes approximately $1,988
Electricity and solar
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Great investment both sides rented. Tenants pay all utilities and mow grass and snow removal. This can be bought with 2 other duplexes. 4511-4513 SE 3rd Ct and 2030-2032 E Caulder Ave.
DMMLS #457089
Jul 21, 2015
Sold
$118,500
$74/sq ft
Jun 24, 2015
Listed
$130,000
$81/sq ft
Add this to your investment portfolio, you'll be pleased you did. Tucked back in off the busy area you'll find this ranch duplex with full basement. Updates include new siding, decks & gutters. Unique units with large kitchens walking out to the decks. Long term tenants, each side rents for $715 and tenants pay all utilities. Kitchen appliances plus washer & dryer included.
Public Records
Jun 20, 2013
Sold
$2,455,000
$1,533/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 15, 2005
Sold
$104,000
$65/sq ft
DMMLS #267482
Sep 13, 2005
Listed
$117,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,678 (+2.1%)
$40,100 + $164,000
$204,100
2024
$3,604 (−1.2%)
$35,400 + $147,800
$183,200
2023
$3,648 (+0.8%)
$35,400 + $147,800
$183,200
2022
$3,620 (+3.3%)
$31,000 + $123,800
$154,800
2021
$3,506 (−3.7%)
$31,000 + $123,800
$154,800
2020
$3,642 (+11.0%)
$31,000 + $123,800
$154,800
2019
$3,282 (+1.0%)
$27,900 + $112,600
$140,500
2018
$3,248 (+4.3%)
$27,900 + $112,600
$140,500
2017
$3,114 (+6.1%)
$24,100 + $98,000
$122,100
2016
$2,934 (+6.6%)
$22,300 + $92,800
$115,100
2013
$2,752
$21,200 + $89,200
$110,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,270 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,601
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,601
Year built
1972
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Polk County
APN
12004472223002
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
Jul 10, 2025 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - other
HVAC
Aug 14, 2014 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Electrical
Plumbing
Remodel
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
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Des Moines, IA • 50315
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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64
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81
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71
50
50
34
37
22
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Oct
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 4613 SE 3rd Ct
$238,676
$1,224 under list price of $240K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $205K to $268K.