2705 E 40th Ct Des Moines, IA 50317
Sheridan Gardens NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,500/month
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
- No HOA
- Fire Pit
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
Welcome to this wonderfully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch that perfectly balances comfort and style. The heart of the home features a beautifully updated kitchen and a fully renovated bathroom, ensuring modern convenience from day one.
Looking for extra room to spread out? The finished lower level provides an expansive, versatile space perfect for a home theater, game room, or hobby area. The outdoor experience is truly the "hidden gem" of this property. Step outside to a private, smartly situated fire pit getaway tucked behind the garage; an intimate retreat surrounded by mature trees and landscaping block. With a peaceful backdrop of the adjacent church grounds and the added curb appeal of freshly installed landscaping, this home is move-in ready and waiting for its new owners.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,679
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 912 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Additional Features
- Fire Pit
- 8,189 Sq Ft Lot
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 06007928049000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,400 | $195,200 | $41,400 | $153,800 |
| 2024 | $3,400 | $172,800 | $36,100 | $136,700 |
| 2023 | $3,276 | $172,800 | $36,100 | $136,700 |
| 2022 | $3,252 | $139,000 | $30,100 | $108,900 |
| 2021 | $3,234 | $139,000 | $30,100 | $108,900 |
| 2020 | $3,360 | $129,600 | $27,900 | $101,700 |
| 2019 | $3,066 | $129,600 | $27,900 | $101,700 |
| 2018 | $3,036 | $114,100 | $24,100 | $90,000 |
| 2017 | $2,884 | $114,100 | $24,100 | $90,000 |
| 2016 | $2,810 | $106,600 | $22,200 | $84,400 |
| 2015 | $2,810 | $106,600 | $22,200 | $84,400 |
| 2014 | $2,740 | $103,100 | $21,000 | $82,100 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/01/2026 05/01/26 | For Sale | $220,000 | 0.0% | $241 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/21/2026 04/21/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/16/2026 04/16/26 | For Sale | $220,000 | +11.4% | $241 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/09/2023 11/09/23 | Sold | $197,500 | -1.2% | $217 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/21/2023 09/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/18/2023 09/18/23 | Price Changed | $199,900 | -5.5% | $219 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/03/2023 09/03/23 | Price Changed | $211,500 | -1.6% | $232 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/25/2023 08/25/23 | For Sale | $214,900 | +41.8% | $236 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/01/2021 02/01/21 | Sold | $151,500 | -4.7% | $166 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/01/2021 02/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/17/2020 11/17/20 | For Sale | $159,000 | -- | $174 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $197,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $197,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $151,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $71,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $9,875 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $9,875 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $148,755 | FHA |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 738597
APN: 060-07928049000
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