For sale by owner

$316,000

3800 Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

3beds

1,340sqft

Est.:

SingleFamily

Built in 1926

6,534 Square Feet Lot

$247,400 Zestimate^®

$236/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

New flooring throughoutAll new paintNewer roofSteel sidingCozy front porchThird bedroom upstairsVinyl windows

This charming 1926 Beaverdale 1.5-story home sits just blocks from the heart of Beaverdale and Witmer Park. A cozy front porch welcomes you and offers a great spot to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. Inside, the home features all new paint and new flooring throughout, complementing its blend of historic character and modern updates. Improvements include vinyl windows, steel siding, a newer roof, updated water heater, central air (2020), and an additional upstairs AC unit added in 2024. The living room includes built-in shelves and a warm fireplace, while the dining area flows into the kitchen and opens to a private patio. The main floor offers two bedrooms and a full bath, with a third bedroom upstairs. The basement has been waterproofed and includes a sump pump installed in 2014, plus a laundry area, shower, stool, storage space, and a rec room. An attached one-car garage connects directly to the lower level for added convenience.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1.5
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced air

Cooling

Central

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Range / Oven, Washer

Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Linoleum / Vinyl
Basement: Partially finished
Has fireplace: Yes

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,340 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Garage - Attached

Features

Exterior features: Metal

Lot

Size: 6,534 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 10006758000000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily

Materials

Metal
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1926

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $236/sqft
Tax assessed value: $212,600
Annual tax amount: $3,838
Date on market: 3/23/2026

Estimated market value

$247,400

$233,000 - $265,000

$1,654/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/23/2026	Listed for sale	$316,000+27.4%$236/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
10/10/2024	Sold	$248,000-0.8%$185/sqft
Source: DMMLS #701703 Report a problem
9/16/2024	Pending sale	$250,000$187/sqft
Source: DMMLS #701703 Report a problem
9/5/2024	Price change	$250,000-5.7%$187/sqft
Source: DMMLS #701703 Report a problem
8/29/2024	Listed for sale	$265,000$198/sqft
Source: DMMLS #701703 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$3,838 -5%	$212,600
2023	$4,038 +0.8%	$212,600 +18%
2022	$4,006 +3.6%	$180,200
2021	$3,868 -3.6%	$180,200 +10.1%
2020	$4,014 +8%	$163,600
2019	$3,718 +1.1%	$163,600 +11.4%
2018	$3,676	$146,900
2017	$3,676 +15.9%	$146,900 +13.8%
2016	$3,172	$129,100
2015	$3,172 +9.2%	$129,100 +5.5%
2014	$2,906	$122,400
2013	--	$122,400 -0.6%
2012	--	$123,200
2011	--	$123,200 -7.9%
2010	--	$133,700
2009	--	$133,700 +4.6%
2008	--	$127,800
2007	--	$127,800 +10%
2006	--	$116,200
2005	--	$116,200 +11.1%
2003	--	$104,600 +17.4%
2002	--	$89,080
2001	--	$89,080