$289,000

1001 42nd St Des Moines, IA 50311

$3,432
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,690 sqft
0.3 acres
$171 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1001 42nd St

This fantastic location is close to the Shop of Roosevelt. Hubbell, Merrill, and Roosevelt are just miles away. Good sized lot with a 3 car attached garage. Two bedrooms on the main floor with updated full bathroom. Upstairs is plumbed for another bathroom.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,690 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.322 Acres
Year built1919
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Three Car Garage, Tandem
MLS #710563
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Dining Area
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Three Car Garage, Tandem
  • Exterior: Fence
  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $289,000
  • Price/SqFt: $171
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,340
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: From 235 and 42nd go north and home is on the right
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Living Area: 1,690 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.322 Acres
  • MLS Number: 710563
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
  • Office Phone: (515) 729-4886
  • Listing Agent: Joe Hand

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$240,200$4,340
2021$201,400$4,340
2020$179,600$4,340
2019$179,600$3,880
2018$157,900$3,880
2017$157,900$3,542

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Hubbell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

800 42nd St

3

Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

4301 College Ave

5

Greenwood Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

316 37th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $70,052. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

26%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • MazdaMazda
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1001 42nd St

The listing price of 1001 42nd St property is $289,000.

The property 1001 42nd St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.

Active Listing: 1001 42nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1001 42nd St are: Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Greenwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,340 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 1001 42nd St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1001 42nd St is 1,690 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1001 42nd St is 1919.

This home is located at 1001 42nd St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the Drake neighborhood. This 1,690 square foot home, which was built in 1919, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $289,000.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 49 sold above asking price, over 141 sold below and more than 58 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between March and April 2025 increased by 7.2%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 41 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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