$140,000

1540 33rd St Des Moines, IA 50311

$1,663
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
832 sqft
0.1 acres
$168 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1540 33rd St

This classic bungalow with a twist delivers charm, space, and rental-ready perks. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Original hardwood floors run throughout the main level, where you'll find a generously sized family and dining room, main-level laundry, and a well-laid-out kitchen. The backyard is fully fenced and features a covered deck and balcony. This property comes with a rental certificate valid through October 2026, making it a strong contender for investors. Located minutes from Drake University and downtown.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size832 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.149 Acres
Year built1890
MLS #715815

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $140,000
  • Price/SqFt: $168
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,248
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: north onto 35th Street from 235, Turn right onto University Avenue., Turn left onto 33rd Street., 1540 33rd St will be on your left.
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Living Area: 832 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.149 Acres
  • MLS Number: 715815
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
  • Office Phone: (641) 745-0156
  • Listing Agent: Darson Grantham

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jan 10, 2018
Home Sold
$35,700
Mar 30, 2005
Home Sold
$59,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$123,500$2,248
2021$98,300$2,248
2020$86,700$2,248
2019$86,700$1,788
2018$75,900$1,788
2017$75,900$1,674

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Monroe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

2250 30th St

3

Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

4301 College Ave

3

King Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 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. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area 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 1540 33rd St

The listing price of 1540 33rd St property is $140,000.

The property 1540 33rd St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.

Active Listing: 1540 33rd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1540 33rd 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), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), 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 $2,248 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on January 10, 2018 for $35,700 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1540 33rd St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1540 33rd St is 832 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1540 33rd St is 1890.

This home is located at 1540 33rd St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 832 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $140,000.

While more than 49 listings in Des Moines, IA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 58 listings sold at asking price, and more than 141 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 7.2%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $215,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 41 days.

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

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