$198,000

3822 SW 2nd St Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,332/month

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,220 Sq Ft
$162 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Dining Area

About This Home

Welcome home to this four bedroom (two large non-conforming) charmer on Des Moines’ south side, offering nice one level living as well as a spacious backyard that’s perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Inside, the home features a fully updated kitchen and bathrooms. The lower level
features a large rec room and newer basement flooring that adds flexible space for storage or hobbies, as well as the non-conforming bedrooms This home has seen thoughtful improvements over the years, including updated windows, a new roof, modernized HVAC, and a sump pump. The sewer line has also been replaced. With so many major items already taken care of, you can move in with confidence and enjoy the home from day one.

Listing Agent

Jenee Peterson

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 11/20/2025

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,445

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 10,726 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 62x173
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,220 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01001845000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,445

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 162.30
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1220
  • Total Sq Ft: 1220

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2460
  • Lot S F: 10726
  • Lot Size: 62X173
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01001845000000
  • Zoning: N3A

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3444.87
  • Net Taxes: 3240.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

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 $3,170 $191,600 $38,300 $153,300
2024 $3,170 $171,600 $33,700 $137,900
2023 $3,018 $171,600 $33,700 $137,900
2022 $2,992 $136,900 $27,700 $109,200
2021 $2,852 $136,900 $27,700 $109,200
2020 $2,958 $122,900 $24,700 $98,200
2019 $2,692 $122,900 $24,700 $98,200
2018 $2,660 $108,700 $21,500 $87,200
2017 $2,472 $108,700 $21,500 $87,200
2016 $2,402 $99,900 $19,400 $80,500
2015 $2,402 $99,900 $19,400 $80,500
2014 $2,222 $95,700 $18,200 $77,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/20/2025 11/20/25 For Sale $198,000 -- $162 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $88,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $84,550 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 730738

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-01845000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

3822 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA

For Sale

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