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#722298, Darson Grantham, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty GDM
$235,000 List price
1236 43rd St Des Moines, IA 50311
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,268 sqft
0.3 acres
$104 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1236 43rd St
Amazing investment opportunity in Waveland Park. Endless potential to build your dream home. Amazing location in the heart of Des Moines. Minutes from shopping, restaurants, schools, the Avenues District, and downtown. Home improvement and reimbursement available through Invest DSM.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,268 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.317 Acres
Year built1912
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #719638
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas Log
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Gas Log
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse, Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $235,000
- Price/SqFt: $103
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,642
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: University Ave. north on 43rd St. to home on west side of street.
- Year Built: 1912
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,268 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.317 Acres
- MLS Number: 719638
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Iowa Realty Beaverdale
- Office Phone: (515) 453-5900
- Listing Agent: Alexis Schossow
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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $337,500 | $6,642 |
| 2021 | $289,200 | $6,642 |
| 2020 | $265,000 | $6,642 |
| 2019 | $265,000 | $6,110 |
| 2018 | $238,400 | $6,110 |
| 2017 | $238,400 | $5,622 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•4301 College Ave
3
Hubbell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•800 42nd St
5
Windsor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•5912 University Ave
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 $80,932. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
11%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
7%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Hiking/backpacking
Yoga/pilates
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Nordstrom Rack
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Chipotle
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Audi
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Rock- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1236 43rd St
The listing price of 1236 43rd St property is $235,000.
The property 1236 43rd St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 1236 43rd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1236 43rd St are: Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Windsor 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 $6,642 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1236 43rd St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1236 43rd St is 2,268 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1236 43rd St is 1912.
This home is located at 1236 43rd St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Waveland Park neighborhood. This 2,268 square foot home, which was built in 1912, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $235,000.
Des Moines, IA housing market in June 2025 saw over 67 listings sold above listed price, more than 78 sold at listed price and over 153 sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 38 days, the median list price was $216,801.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.