917 38th St Des Moines, IA 50312
Drake Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
984
Sq Ft
6,650
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Bungalow
- 1 Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of July 2025Charming home with tons of character! Covered porch overlooking nicely landscaped front yard with darling patio. This home offers beautiful wood flooring as well as craftsman style woodwork throughout. Fireplace surround with built in desk and shelving. Updated kitchen with breakfast nook featuring ceramic tile flooring, tile backsplash and nice stainless appliances. Bathroom has also been updated with tile bath and shower surround, newer fixtures and ceramic tile flooring. Low maintenance metal siding, tuck under garage and fenced back yard.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,431
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 6,650 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x133
- Irregular Lot
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 984 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Formal Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
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 09003949000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 16, 2025
Closed on
Jul 1, 2025
Sold by
Kinnaird Leah and Vejzovic Leah Katherine
Bought by
Rush Lauren Ashley and Smay Colin
Seller's Agent
Savannah Savage
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Emily Miller
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$230,000
Sold Price
$222,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-3.48%
Views
82
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.23%
Original Mortgage
$210,900
Outstanding Balance
$210,900
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$11,453
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2015
Sold by
Schmidt Lancey and Schmidt Lacianne N
Bought by
Kinnaird Leah
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 2015
Sold by
Valencia Rene
Bought by
Valencia Lacey Schmidt and Schmidt Lacey
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 2006
Sold by
Claire Marcus T
Bought by
Schmidt Lacianne N
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,500
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 28, 2003
Sold by
Scott Kesho Y and Teklu Tesfay
Bought by
Claire Marcus and Schmidt Lacianne N
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$96,485
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 1998
Sold by
Cole Nicholas M and Cole Nicholas Martin
Bought by
Scott Kesho Y
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,967
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $222,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $117,500 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $97,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $63,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $210,900 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $88,800 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $88,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $97,500 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $96,485 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $63,967 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Sold | $222,000 | -3.5% | $226 / Sq Ft |
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/16/2025 05/16/25 | For Sale | $230,000 | +95.7% | $234 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2016 02/22/16 | Sold | $117,500 | -2.0% | $119 / Sq Ft |
| 01/19/2016 01/19/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/30/2015 10/30/15 | For Sale | $119,900 | -- | $122 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,836 | $154,600 | $44,100 | $110,500 |
| 2023 | $2,916 | $154,600 | $44,100 | $110,500 |
| 2022 | $2,892 | $132,600 | $38,700 | $93,900 |
| 2021 | $2,748 | $132,600 | $38,700 | $93,900 |
| 2020 | $2,848 | $118,700 | $34,900 | $83,800 |
| 2019 | $2,550 | $118,700 | $34,900 | $83,800 |
| 2018 | $2,518 | $103,400 | $30,300 | $73,100 |
| 2017 | $2,340 | $103,400 | $30,300 | $73,100 |
| 2016 | $2,274 | $95,000 | $27,600 | $67,400 |
| 2015 | $2,274 | $95,000 | $27,600 | $67,400 |
| 2014 | $2,200 | $91,500 | $26,600 | $64,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Savannah Savage
S
Seller's Agent in 2025
Savannah Savage
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(641) 521-6591
2 in this area
70 Total Sales
-
Emily Miller
E
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Emily Miller
Century 21 Signature
(515) 724-4358
2 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
Paula Mahnke
Seller's Agent in 2016
Paula Mahnke
RE/MAX
(515) 669-2720
1 in this area
93 Total Sales
-
Megan Carey O'Leary
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016
Megan Carey O'Leary
RE/MAX
(515) 371-9744
4 in this area
151 Total Sales
-
Lance Martinson
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Lance Martinson
RE/MAX
(515) 371-8765
12 in this area
362 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 507333
APN: 090-03949000000
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