NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3838 SW 31st St Des Moines, IA 50321

Southwestern Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $194,000 - $313,093

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,696 Sq Ft
$137/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 28, 2025

Last sale price $185,000 $109 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,587/month

117 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2025

A Wonderful Blank Canvas Ready for Your Personal Touch! This charming home offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 1-car attached garage, providing plenty of room for comfortable living. The large living area features beautiful hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Step outside to a deck that overlooks a nice, private backyard—ideal for outdoor activities or quiet retreats. With endless potential to update and customize to your liking, this home is ready to become your dream space!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steven Camerona

Iowa Realty Beaverdale Listed on: 12/20/2024

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Last Buyer's Agent

Martin Castaneda

Uplift Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90x144

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,696 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Walk-Out Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01006669002000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 117.87
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 109.08
  • Termite: Under Maintenance Contract - No Need for Inspection
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Special Features: 1028
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished, Walkout
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1696
  • Total Sq Ft: 1696

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2980
  • Lot S F: 12960
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 90X144
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01006669002000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 4743.00
  • Net Taxes: 4537.00
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 20, 2024
Closed on
May 28, 2025
Sold by
Vrmtg Asset Trust and Us Bank Trust National Association
Bought by
Palaguachi Carlos Alfredo Chab
Seller's Agent
Steven Camerona
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Martin Castaneda
Uplift Realty
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,900
-22.88%
Views
308
Current Estimated Value
$232,773

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$47,773
Avg. Annual Appreciation
72.79%
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Outstanding Balance
$49,850
Interest Rate
8.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$182,923

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2024
Sold by
Sheriff Of Polk County
Bought by
Vrmtg Asset Trust and Us Bank Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2010
Sold by
Dehaes William Drew and Dehaes Dorothy Barber
Bought by
Bartlett Richard J and Bartlett Shannon L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$141,600
Interest Rate
5.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 1998
Sold by
Fletcher James E
Bought by
Dehaes William Drew and Dehaes Dorothy Barber

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,400
Interest Rate
7.17%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Palaguachi Carlos Alfredo Chab $185,000 None Listed On Document
Palaguachi Carlos Alfredo Chab $185,000 None Listed On Document
Vrmtg Asset Trust -- None Listed On Document
Bartlett Richard J $176,500 None Available
Dehaes William Drew $111,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Palaguachi Carlos Alfredo Chab $50,000
Closed Palaguachi Carlos Alfredo Chab $50,000
Previous Owner Bartlett Richard J $141,600
Previous Owner Dehaes William Drew $106,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $185,000 -7.5% $109 / Sq Ft
04/16/2025 04/16/25 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Price Changed $199,900 -11.1% $118 / Sq Ft
03/08/2025 03/08/25 Price Changed $224,900 -6.3% $133 / Sq Ft
12/20/2024 12/20/24 For Sale $239,900 -- $141 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $4,428 $246,400 $57,900 $188,500
2024 $4,428 $235,600 $54,500 $181,100
2023 $4,156 $235,600 $54,500 $181,100
2022 $4,122 $185,200 $43,700 $141,500
2021 $4,160 $185,200 $43,700 $141,500
2020 $4,316 $175,300 $41,400 $133,900
2019 $3,960 $175,300 $41,400 $133,900
2018 $3,916 $155,900 $35,900 $120,000
2017 $3,540 $155,900 $35,900 $120,000
2016 $3,444 $139,400 $31,800 $107,600
2015 $3,444 $139,400 $31,800 $107,600
2014 $3,324 $138,700 $31,100 $107,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Steven Camerona

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Steven Camerona

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 277-6211

    1 in this area

    213 Total Sales

    Steven Camerona
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  • Martin Castaneda

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Martin Castaneda

    Uplift Realty

    (515) 779-6655

    1 in this area

    84 Total Sales

    Martin Castaneda
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 709290

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-06669002000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50321 Southwestern Hills

3838 SW 31st St, Des Moines, IA

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