317 SW 42nd St Des Moines, IA 50312
Salisbury Oaks NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,564/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Den
About This Home
Park-like backyard in desirable South of Grand! This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-story home offers classic appeal with original hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and abundant built-ins and storage throughout. The current owners have completed numerous updates, including electrical was rewired, new outlets and updated with 220 panel, galvanized pipes replaced with pex/pvc, and roof/gutters replaced (main house 2010, flat roof 2017). Major systems have been cared for with a furnace and A/C installed in 2008, plus a 20x20 composite deck added in 2019. Newer kitchen appliances, and new washer/dryer. Additional improvements include front steps and retaining wall in 2025. Truly move-in ready and ideally located near I-235, downtown, Ingersoll, and Grand corridors.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,191
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 0.41 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 70x256
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,602 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Screen For Fireplace
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
- Outdoor Storage
- Play Equipment
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 09006634000000
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 | $5,686 | $329,000 | $113,200 | $215,800 |
| 2024 | $5,686 | $299,500 | $100,500 | $199,000 |
| 2023 | $5,778 | $299,500 | $100,500 | $199,000 |
| 2022 | $5,732 | $254,000 | $86,700 | $167,300 |
| 2021 | $5,650 | $254,000 | $86,700 | $167,300 |
| 2020 | $5,864 | $235,000 | $79,800 | $155,200 |
| 2019 | $4,880 | $235,000 | $79,800 | $155,200 |
| 2018 | $4,826 | $190,100 | $70,800 | $119,300 |
| 2017 | $4,332 | $190,100 | $70,800 | $119,300 |
| 2016 | $4,216 | $168,700 | $61,800 | $106,900 |
| 2015 | $4,216 | $168,700 | $61,800 | $106,900 |
| 2014 | $4,108 | $163,300 | $59,000 | $104,300 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 11/26/25 | For Sale | $389,000 | -- | $243 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $124,500 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $118,750 | New Conventional |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 731026
APN: 090-06634000000
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