James Horstman
Hunziker & Associates, Inc.
(515) 305-3017
170 Total Sales
2 in Drake
$212,500 Price Range
1070 37th St Des Moines, IA 50311
Drake Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,318
Sq Ft
1920
Built
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
- Den
- Sun or Florida Room
- No HOA
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of November 2025Rare opportunity to own this historically significant home, having been part of the Wallace Family. George Washington Carver lived with the Wallace family while attending Iowa State and shared his knowledge of crop rotation with them right on this land. This is a perfect opportunity to create your forever home in one of the area's most dynamic neighborhoods that is InvestDSM eligible! This property offers the chance to blend original character with your personal vision. Inside, you'll find beautiful original pocket doors, intricate woodwork, and vintage windows that tell a story of craftsmanship and charm. The spacious layout is ideal for luxurious living, and the large, light-filled attic offers endless possibilities—playroom, office, or extra living space. Bring your ideas and make this classic house your own in a community that’s full of growth and promise. A rare find with room to grow—don’t miss it!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,318 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Shades
- Mud Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Sun or Florida Room
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Lot Details
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wood Fence
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Drake, IA
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James Horstman
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Susie Sheldahl
Susie Sheldahl
Realty One Group Impact
(515) 461-8610
275 Total Sales
2 in Drake
$100K - $143K Price Range
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Joe Hand
Joe Hand
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 393-6717
68 Total Sales
2 in Drake
$176K - $255K Price Range
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Maria Torres
Maria Torres
Responds QuicklyIowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 400-0263
161 Total Sales
13 in Drake
$120K - $475K Price Range
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Kevin Holmes
Kevin Holmes
Weichert, Miller & Clark
(515) 715-4181
50 Total Sales
1 in Drake
$165,000 Price
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Brooklin Griffis
Brooklin Griffis
RE/MAX Precision
(515) 478-8987
60 Total Sales
1 in Drake
$140,000 Price
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 11/26/25 | Sold | $315,000 | -9.9% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 10/26/2025 10/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/29/2025 09/29/25 | For Sale | $349,500 | 0.0% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 09/22/2025 09/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/12/2025 09/12/25 | Price Changed | $349,500 | -6.8% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | For Sale | $375,000 | -- | $113 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,205 | $28,081 | $2,604 | $25,477 |
| 2024 | $4,205 | $28,081 | $2,604 | $25,477 |
| 2023 | $1,692 | $28,081 | $2,604 | $25,477 |
| 2022 | $1,692 | $21,290 | $2,688 | $18,602 |
| 2021 | $1,592 | $21,289 | $2,688 | $18,601 |
| 2020 | $1,436 | $21,289 | $2,688 | $18,601 |
| 2019 | $1,573 | $20,147 | $2,436 | $17,711 |
| 2018 | $1,608 | $20,147 | $2,436 | $17,711 |
| 2017 | $1,522 | $20,147 | $2,436 | $17,711 |
| 2016 | $2,782 | $15,200 | $2,100 | $13,100 |
| 2015 | $3,324 | $15,200 | $2,100 | $13,100 |
| 2014 | $2,624 | $15,200 | $2,100 | $13,100 |
| 2013 | $2,399 | $14,480 | $2,100 | $12,380 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Deb Miller
Seller's Agent in 2025
Deb Miller
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 865-1206
3 in this area
99 Total Sales
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Ashley Meier
AM
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ashley Meier
RE/MAX
(612) 900-5747
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 718242
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