$187,000
$33K PRICE DROP

505 36th St Unit 303 Des Moines, IA 50312

North of Grand Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,727/month

Total Views 15,501
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,478 Sq Ft
$127 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Detached Garage
  • Level Lot

About This Home

Located just 2.2 miles from Downtown Des Moines, this spacious 1,478 square foot condo offers convenient city living with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Built in 1973, the property provides individual climate control with central air and forced hot air heating for year-round comfort. You'll appreciate the dedicated parking spot in Garage #8 and easy access to Interstate 235 for seamless commuting. With its ideal location and comfortable amenities, this condo is the perfect place to call home!

Highlights:

2.2 Miles from Downtown Des Moines
Short Distance to Grays Lake
Garage for Parking
Near Interstate 235
Location of Property: 505 36th St. Unit 303, Des Moines, IA 50312

Directions to the Property: From I-235 E, take exit 5B for 42nd St. Turn south onto 42nd St for 0.4 miles. Then turn left onto Grand Ave for 0.5 miles. Turn left onto 36th St for 203 ft. The condo will be on the right (East).

Legal Description: Parcel ID: 09002391012000, Geoparcel: 782406383012

Taxes: $2,659.17 Estimate

Zoning: NX3/Residential

School District: Des Moines

Occupancy: Single Family

Style: Condo

Year Built: 1973

Total Gross Living Area: 1,478 SF

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Central Air: Not Self-Contained (Individual Control)

Heat: Forced Hot Air

Garage: Garage #8 (left parking spot)

Guest Suites: There are two guest suites, both containing two queen size beds. These suites are on the first floor, below the condo. You can rent either room for $50 a night.

Utilities:
HOA: due on the 11th of every month
February Dues: $525.78
March Dues: $549.16
Water, Sewer, Gas, and Garbage are included in the HOA.
Electric: MidAmerican bill of about $58/month
Laundry: Shared unit is on the same floor.

Listing Agent

David Whitaker

Whitaker Marketing Group License #B61078 Listed on: 04/18/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,342

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

HOA Fees

  • $500 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,478 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09002391012000

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,342

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$500 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
  • Directions: From I-235 E, take exit 5B for 42nd St. Turn south onto 42nd St for 0.4 miles. Then turn left onto Grand Ave for 0.5 miles. Turn left onto 36th St for 203 ft. The condo will be on the right (East).
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Floor:Carpet: Yes
  • Floor:Tile2: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Laundry2: Yes
  • Exterior:Brick: Yes
  • Terrain:Level: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Basement:None3: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Tile

Garage/Parking

  • General Information:Garage Type2: Detached

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 500.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): Yes
  • General Information:Association Fee: 500.0
  • General Information:Association Fee Per: Monthly

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1478.0
  • Parcel #: 09002391012000
  • Zoning: NX3/Residential

Map

Range of Values:

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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
2024 $2,342 $136,500 $13,400 $123,100
2023 $2,888 $136,500 $13,400 $123,100
2022 $2,866 $122,500 $12,000 $110,500
2021 $2,858 $122,500 $12,000 $110,500
2020 $2,968 $114,500 $11,200 $103,300
2019 $2,674 $114,500 $11,200 $103,300
2018 $2,646 $99,500 $9,700 $89,800
2017 $2,692 $99,500 $9,700 $89,800
2016 $2,622 $99,500 $9,700 $89,800
2015 $2,622 $99,500 $9,800 $89,700
2014 $2,684 $101,000 $9,900 $91,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Price Changed $177,000 -5.3% $120 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Price Changed $187,000 -4.1% $127 / Sq Ft
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Price Changed $195,000 -11.4% $132 / Sq Ft
04/18/2025 04/18/25 For Sale $220,000 +52.8% $149 / Sq Ft
08/03/2020 08/03/20 Sold $144,000 -2.7% $99 / Sq Ft
08/03/2020 08/03/20 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2020 06/09/20 For Sale $148,000 +64.4% $102 / Sq Ft
05/15/2013 05/15/13 Sold $90,000 -14.3% $62 / Sq Ft
05/15/2013 05/15/13 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2013 04/04/13 For Sale $105,000 -- $72 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Fiduciary Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $193,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $144,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $90,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 67120

APN: 090-02391012000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50312 North of Grand

505 36th St Unit 303, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 505 36th St Unit 303, Des Moines, IA 50312 and is currently priced at $187,000, approximately $126 per square foot. This property was built in 1973. 505 36th St Unit 303 is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Greenwood Elementary School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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