$150,000

1422 31st St Des Moines, IA 50311

$1,781
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
829 sqft
0.2 acres
$181 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1422 31st St

Looking to expand your rental portfolio or buy your first home? This updated 1.5-story home near Drake offers a smart opportunity either way. With 829 sq. ft. of finished living space plus approximately 350 sq. ft. of enclosed porches (front, back, and second level), there’s more room than meets the eye. Inside, you'll find new flooring and fresh paint, a spacious living room, and a separate dining area. The kitchen leads to a back enclosed porch that houses the washer and dryer and opens to a fully fenced backyard ideal for pets or privacy. Upstairs are two bedrooms and a full bathroom, plus a private second-level porch off the back bedroom. Updates include: Roof, driveway, mechanicals and some windows. Schedule a showing today homes in this area move fast!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size829 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.164 Acres
Year built1915
MLS #717464

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Laminate
  • Interior: Dining Area
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Exterior: Fully Fenced, Patio
  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $150,000
  • Price/SqFt: $180
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,242
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Forest Ave, North on 31st St.
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Living Area: 829 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.164 Acres
  • MLS Number: 717464
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
  • Office Phone: (515) 371-8765
  • Listing Agent: Lance Martinson

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 06, 2018
Home Sold
$85,000
Feb 06, 2006
Home Sold
$63,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$122,800$2,242
2021$97,600$2,242
2020$86,500$2,242
2019$86,500$1,848
2018$78,200$1,848
2017$78,200$1,744

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Monroe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

2250 30th St

3

Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

4301 College Ave

3

King Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

1849 Forest Ave

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 $53,436. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

31%
<35k
63%
35k-100k
5%
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?

55%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
34%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • ToyotaToyota
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1422 31st St

The listing price of 1422 31st St property is $150,000.

The property 1422 31st St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.

Active Listing: 1422 31st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1422 31st St are: Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,242 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 6, 2018 for $85,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1422 31st St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1422 31st St is 829 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1422 31st St is 1915.

This home is located at 1422 31st St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 829 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $150,000.

Des Moines, IA housing market in April 2025 saw over 49 listings sold above listed price, more than 58 sold at listed price and over 141 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 7.2% between March and April 2025. 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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