Seller's Agent in 2025
Leeann Bluske
Exchange Brokers
(224) 857-7309
1 in this area
234 Total Sales
1607 38th St Des Moines, IA 50310
Beaverdale NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $211,000 - $227,571
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,220
Sq Ft
$177/Sq Ft
Est. Value
About This Home
As of March 2025You're going to love everything about this charming three-bedroom, two-story home nestled by Witmer Park and the Beaverdale shopping and entertainment district. You'll have easy access to many parks, restaurants, grocery stores, and Snookies Ice Cream Shop. This home has a lot to offer! The large and open main level has hardwood floors and beautiful crown molding. Also on the main level is a freshly painted half bath. The kitchen features tile floors and laminate countertops, with all appliances staying with the home. The primary bedroom is located on the upper level and features new carpet and conventional ceilings. The upper level includes three bedrooms with new carpet and a recently renovated full bath. The unfinished lower level hosts the brand-new energy efficient washer and dryer and a limited amount of storage space. Outside you'll find a treated wood deck overlooking the yard with a wood privacy fence, new landscaping, and mature trees. Many updates have been taken care of for you, including: 2024 all new carpet and paint in the upper level; new water heater in 2024; vapor barrier/foundation support beam in the basement in 2023;.newly updated full bath; recently painted two-car detached garage. 2023, new gas range and microwave; 2021/2022 new roof, siding, and gutters. 2017/2018, new back yard privacy fence, furnace, and AC.
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2024
Closed on
Mar 6, 2025
Sold by
Bowers Sarah
Bought by
Stires Beatty Lohman
Seller's Agent
Leeann Bluske
Exchange Brokers
Buyer's Agent
Nathan Avery
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$213,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-11.25%
Views
152
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.21%
Original Mortgage
$10,650
Outstanding Balance
$10,650
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$209,597
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 6, 2022
Closed on
May 17, 2023
Sold by
Mcluckie Kramer and Mcluckie Anne
Bought by
Bowers Sarah
Seller's Agent
Amy Jochum
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Angela Carolan
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$205,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
2.55%
Views
27
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.15%
Original Mortgage
$162,800
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 22, 2016
Closed on
May 27, 2016
Sold by
Wiebers Neal
Bought by
Mcluckie Kramer and Mcluckie Anne
Seller's Agent
Heather Wright
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Carrie Brugger
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$132,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-2.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.52%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2011
Sold by
Murphy Craig
Bought by
Wiebers Neal
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,186
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 12, 2009
Sold by
Skinner Edwin W and Skinner Lois J
Bought by
Murphy Craig
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$22,500
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 12, 2007
Sold by
Household Industrial Loan Co Of Iowa
Bought by
Murphy Craig
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,600
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2006
Sold by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
Bought by
Household Industrial Loan Co Of Iowa
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,600
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 12, 2006
Sold by
Murphy Jennifer L and Kingswood Apartments
Bought by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems and Fieldstone Mortgage Co
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 12, 2003
Sold by
Murphy Craig Jon
Bought by
Murphy Jennifer Lee
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,150
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 12, 1997
Sold by
Deo Jeri K
Bought by
Murphy Craig J and Murphy Jennifer L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,350
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
VA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stires Beatty Lohman | $213,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Stires Beatty Lohman | $213,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Bowers Sarah | $203,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Mcluckie Kramer | $132,000 | None Available | |
| Wiebers Neal | $110,500 | None Available | |
| Murphy Craig | $29,500 | None Available | |
| Murphy Craig | $87,000 | None Available | |
| Household Industrial Loan Co Of Iowa | $94,392 | None Available | |
| Household Industrial Loan Co Of Iowa | $94,392 | None Available | |
| Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems | $94,392 | None Available | |
| Murphy Jennifer Lee | -- | -- | |
| Murphy Craig J | $74,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Stires Beatty Lohman | $10,650 | |
| Closed | Stires Beatty Lohman | $10,650 | |
| Open | Stires Beatty Lohman | $209,142 | |
| Closed | Stires Beatty Lohman | $209,142 | |
| Previous Owner | Bowers Sarah | $162,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Wiebers Neal | $108,186 | |
| Previous Owner | Murphy Craig | $22,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Murphy Craig | $76,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Murphy Jennifer Lee | $95,150 | |
| Previous Owner | Murphy Craig J | $76,350 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | Sold | $213,000 | -3.2% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 01/30/2025 01/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/15/2025 01/15/25 | Price Changed | $220,000 | -4.1% | $180 / Sq Ft |
| 11/02/2024 11/02/24 | Price Changed | $229,500 | -2.3% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 10/19/2024 10/19/24 | Price Changed | $234,900 | -2.1% | $193 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2024 10/17/24 | For Sale | $240,000 | +17.1% | $197 / Sq Ft |
| 05/19/2023 05/19/23 | Sold | $205,000 | +2.6% | $168 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2023 04/12/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/06/2023 04/06/23 | For Sale | $199,900 | -2.5% | $164 / Sq Ft |
| 12/12/2022 12/12/22 | Off Market | $205,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/31/2022 10/31/22 | Price Changed | $199,900 | -4.8% | $164 / Sq Ft |
| 10/06/2022 10/06/22 | For Sale | $210,000 | +59.1% | $172 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2016 06/01/16 | Sold | $132,000 | -2.2% | $108 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2016 06/01/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/22/2016 04/22/16 | For Sale | $135,000 | -- | $111 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,870 | $207,200 | $54,500 | $152,700 |
| 2023 | $3,970 | $207,200 | $54,500 | $152,700 |
| 2022 | $3,938 | $177,300 | $48,200 | $129,100 |
| 2021 | $3,806 | $177,300 | $48,200 | $129,100 |
| 2020 | $3,948 | $161,100 | $44,100 | $117,000 |
| 2019 | $3,654 | $161,100 | $44,100 | $117,000 |
| 2018 | $3,612 | $144,500 | $39,200 | $105,300 |
| 2017 | $3,204 | $144,500 | $39,200 | $105,300 |
| 2016 | $3,346 | $127,000 | $34,400 | $92,600 |
| 2015 | $3,346 | $127,000 | $34,400 | $92,600 |
| 2014 | $3,228 | $121,500 | $32,700 | $88,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Leeann Bluske
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Nathan Avery
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Nathan Avery
RE/MAX
(515) 474-4302
1 in this area
23 Total Sales
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Amy Jochum
A
Seller's Agent in 2023
Amy Jochum
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 491-6246
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
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A
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Angela Carolan
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
(641) 275-1110
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Heather Wright
Seller's Agent in 2016
Heather Wright
RE/MAX
(515) 229-2012
12 in this area
253 Total Sales
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Carrie Brugger
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Carrie Brugger
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 971-8888
9 in this area
98 Total Sales
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