3936 E 8th St Des Moines, IA 50316
Highland Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,462/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Bungalow
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- 2-minute walk to Belle M Turner Park
About This Home
This beautifully updated 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of modern upgrades, comfort, and value. The remodeled kitchen features white shaker cabinets, granite countertops, a tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with contemporary finishes. Additional improvements include updated electrical, fully updated insulation, new wood siding (2022), new windows (2022), and brand-new gutters installed in August 2026.
The spacious family room features a cozy wood-burning brick fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The unfinished basement includes partially tiled flooring and an egress window, providing natural light, excellent storage, and future finishing potential.
Outside, enjoy a detached 2-car garage, deck, patio, mature trees, and a spacious backyard. Conveniently located right next to Madison Elementary School with quick access to I-235 and I-80/I-35. Move-in ready and full of updates—schedule your private showing today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,637
Year Built
- Built in 1936
Lot Details
- 9,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 188x50
- Property is zoned N3A
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,062 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Dining Area
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Additional Features
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 11003514-000-000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $2,412 | $160,300 | $34,300 | $126,000 |
| 2024 | $2,412 | $140,100 | $29,700 | $110,400 |
| 2023 | $2,806 | $140,100 | $29,700 | $110,400 |
| 2022 | $2,786 | $119,100 | $26,000 | $93,100 |
| 2021 | $2,638 | $119,100 | $26,000 | $93,100 |
| 2020 | $2,740 | $105,700 | $23,000 | $82,700 |
| 2019 | $2,612 | $105,700 | $23,000 | $82,700 |
| 2018 | $3,077 | $97,200 | $20,600 | $76,600 |
| 2017 | $2,508 | $97,200 | $20,600 | $76,600 |
| 2016 | $2,442 | $92,700 | $19,500 | $73,200 |
| 2015 | $2,442 | $92,700 | $19,500 | $73,200 |
| 2014 | $2,344 | $88,200 | $18,100 | $70,100 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2026 08/05/26 | Price Changed | $225,000 | -8.2% | $212 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/20/2026 07/20/26 | For Sale | $245,000 | +104.2% | $231 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/19/2022 04/19/22 | Sold | $120,000 | -7.7% | $113 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/10/2022 02/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/04/2022 01/04/22 | Price Changed | $130,000 | -3.7% | $122 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/29/2021 11/29/21 | For Sale | $135,000 | +79.2% | $127 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/01/2018 11/01/18 | Sold | $75,340 | +8.4% | $71 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/02/2018 10/02/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/06/2018 09/06/18 | For Sale | $69,500 | -- | $65 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $120,000 | Abendroth Russell Barnett Law | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | Servicelink | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $110,870 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $92,500 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $40,000 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $90,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $15,068 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $60,272 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $92,239 | FHA |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 745516
APN: 110-03514000000
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