$4,453 Closing Credit¹
#712987, Jason Stuyvesant, Listing Office: RE/MAX Concepts
$375,000 List price
1070 37th St Des Moines, IA 50311
$4,453
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
3,318 sqft
$113 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1070 37th St
Rare opportunity to own this historically significant home, having been part of the Wallace Family. George Washington Carver lived with the Wallace family while attending Iowa State and shared his knowledge of crop rotation with them right on this land. This is a perfect opportunity to create your forever home in one of the area's most dynamic neighborhoods. This property offers the chance to blend original character with your personal vision. Inside, you'll find beautiful original pocket doors, intricate woodwork, and vintage windows that tell a story of craftsmanship and charm. The spacious layout is ideal for luxurious living, and the large, light-filled attic offers endless possibilities—playroom, office, or extra living space. Bring your ideas and make this classic house your own in a community that’s full of growth and promise. A rare find with room to grow—don’t miss it!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,318 sqft
Year built1920
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #718242
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Fence
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $375,000
- Price/SqFt: $113
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Cottage Grove Ave to 37th Street, S to home.
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,318 SqFt
- MLS Number: 718242
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Iowa Realty Beaverdale
- Office Phone: (515) 865-1206
- Listing Agent: DEB MILLER
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Nearby schools
3
Hubbell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 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
1.1 mi
•316 37th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,841. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
54%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Continuing Education Courses
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Express/Express For Men
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Volkswagen
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 1070 37th St
The listing price of 1070 37th St property is $375,000.
The property 1070 37th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 1070 37th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1070 37th 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), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The property at 1070 37th St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1070 37th St is 3,318 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1070 37th St is 1920.
This home is located at 1070 37th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 3,318 square foot home was built in 1920. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $375,000.
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%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 41 days, the median list price was $215,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.