4970 NE 38th Ave Des Moines, IA 50317
Capitol Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,188/month
Highlights
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Bungalow
- Forced Air Heating System
- No HOA
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Brook Run Park
About This Home
If you're looking for the perfect starter home, look no further! this beautifully updated home offers a practical, functional layout that's ready for you to move right in.
Enjoy brand-new LVP flooring, fresh paint, and a spacious backyard that's perfect for bonfires, summer get-togethers, or even adding an above ground pool.
Located just outside the city limits with convenient access to Pleasant Hill and Altoona, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds-peaceful living while staying close to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities.
Schedule your private tour today and come see everything this home has to offer!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,060
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Lot Details
- 60,170 Sq Ft Lot
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Block Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 720 Sq Ft Home
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 00875-028-000
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 | $1,790 | $145,600 | $21,300 | $124,300 |
| 2024 | $1,790 | $131,600 | $19,000 | $112,600 |
| 2023 | $1,568 | $131,600 | $19,000 | $112,600 |
| 2022 | $1,546 | $98,300 | $15,700 | $82,600 |
| 2021 | $1,622 | $98,300 | $15,700 | $82,600 |
| 2020 | $1,666 | $88,700 | $14,100 | $74,600 |
| 2019 | $1,220 | $88,700 | $14,100 | $74,600 |
| 2018 | $1,222 | $73,700 | $12,100 | $61,600 |
| 2017 | $1,318 | $73,700 | $12,100 | $61,600 |
| 2016 | $1,314 | $71,400 | $11,500 | $59,900 |
| 2015 | $1,314 | $71,400 | $11,500 | $59,900 |
| 2014 | $1,156 | $63,300 | $9,900 | $53,400 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/24/2026 08/24/26 | For Sale | $180,000 | 0.0% | $250 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/12/2026 08/12/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/07/2026 08/07/26 | For Sale | $180,000 | +23.7% | $250 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/18/2021 06/18/21 | Sold | $145,500 | +3.9% | $202 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/14/2021 06/14/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/14/2021 05/14/21 | For Sale | $140,000 | +16.7% | $194 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/21/2018 12/21/18 | Sold | $120,000 | -7.7% | $167 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/21/2018 12/21/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/02/2018 11/02/18 | For Sale | $130,000 | -- | $181 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $145,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $120,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $52,000 | -- | |
| Contract Of Sale | $52,200 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $48,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $141,100 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $24,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $96,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $17,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $11,497 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $61,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 746790
APN: 190-00875028000
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