Charming, updated, and truly move-in ready in the heart of Beaverdale! This well-maintained home features hardwood floors, and great natural light throughout. The main level offers a beautiful living room, dedicated dining space, two bedrooms, and an updated full bath. The kitchen includes refreshed cabinetry and newer countertops.
The lower level adds valuable flex space plus a ¾ bath — perfect for a family room, office, or guests. Outside, enjoy a large screened-in porch overlooking the fully fenced backyard, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The extra-deep attached garage provides ample tandem room for two vehicles.
Prime location just steps from Snooki’s and neighborhood favorites, this one is ready to go!
For sale
$245,000
1649 Northwest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
876sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
8,755.56 Square Feet Lot
$240,800 Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 12 days |
- 902 |
- 61 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 05, 2026 at 04:45pm
Listed by:
Kristin Dufner (763)760-8196,
Real Broker, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734969
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 876
- Total interior livable area: 876 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 450
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Fully Fenced, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 8,755.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 175
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 10013036000000
- Zoning: N4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $183,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,124
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$240,800
$229,000 - $253,000
$1,357/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,000+3.2%$280/sqft |
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| 9/30/2024 | Sold | $237,500+1.1%$271/sqft |
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| 9/3/2024 | Pending sale | $235,000$268/sqft |
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| 8/15/2024 | Price change | $235,000-2.1%$268/sqft |
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| 7/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $240,000+17.1%$274/sqft |
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| 8/31/2022 | Sold | $205,000+8%$234/sqft |
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| 7/12/2022 | Pending sale | $189,900$217/sqft |
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| 7/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $189,900+72.6%$217/sqft |
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| 4/20/2012 | Sold | $110,000$126/sqft |
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| 2/29/2012 | Price change | $110,000-4.3%$126/sqft |
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| 1/21/2012 | Listed for sale | $115,000-7.6%$131/sqft |
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| 9/14/2005 | Sold | $124,500+33.2%$142/sqft |
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| 4/26/2001 | Sold | $93,500+5.1%$107/sqft |
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| 1/19/1999 | Sold | $89,000$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,408 -3% | $183,700 |
| 2023 | $3,514 +0.8% | $183,700 +16.3% |
| 2022 | $3,486 +2% | $158,000 |
| 2021 | $3,418 -3.6% | $158,000 +8.5% |
| 2020 | $3,546 +7% | $145,600 |
| 2019 | $3,314 +1.2% | $145,600 +10.5% |
| 2018 | $3,274 | $131,800 |
| 2017 | $3,274 +14.3% | $131,800 +12.3% |
| 2016 | $2,864 | $117,400 |
| 2015 | $2,864 +12.7% | $117,400 +8.5% |
| 2014 | $2,542 | $108,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $108,200 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $108,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $108,800 -9.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $119,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $119,900 -2.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $123,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $123,000 +3.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $118,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $118,500 +12.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $105,620 +13.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $93,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $93,400 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,571/mo
Principal & interest
$1263
Property taxes
$308
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Beaverdale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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