#719325, Suzana Dobrosavljevic, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
$339,900 List price
1544 48th St Des Moines, IA 50311
5 beds
1 full, 3 partial
2,524 sqft
0.3 acres
$135 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1544 48th St
Spacious living awaits! This expansive 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom two-story home is nestled in a park-like setting, offering privacy, tranquility, and room to grow. Inside, you'll find generously sized rooms throughout—perfect for buyers who need space to spread out, work from home, or host guests with ease. The warm and inviting family room features a wood-burning fireplace, ideal for cozy nights in. While the home could use some updating, it’s priced nearly $50,000 below assessed value, offering incredible potential for customization and instant equity. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a large home in a beautiful setting—bring your vision and make it your own!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,524 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.258 Acres
Year built1971
ParkingAttached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #720870
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet
- Interior: Central Vacuum, Dining Area
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $339,900
- Price/SqFt: $134
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Hickman Road to 48th Street then South to address. Home sits back from 48th Street on the entrance to the Masonic Cemetery.
- Year Built: 1971
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,524 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.258 Acres
- MLS Number: 720870
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
- Office Phone: (515) 447-1622
- Listing Agent: Terry Tillotson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2023 | Home Sold | $175,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $429,600 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•4301 College Ave
2
Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•2401 56th St
5
Windsor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 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 $51,103. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
32%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
24%
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
5%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Minor League Baseball Games
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
New York & Company
Forever 21
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Qdoba
Chick-fil-A
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Kia
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Active Rock
Talk/Personality
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1544 48th St
The listing price of 1544 48th St property is $339,900.
The property 1544 48th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 1544 48th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1544 48th St are: Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Windsor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
The last sale was on July 24, 2023 for $175,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1544 48th St has 5 bedrooms and 1 full and 3 half bathrooms.
The property 1544 48th St is 2,524 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1544 48th St is 1971.
This home is located at 1544 48th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Waveland Park neighborhood. This 2,524 square foot home, which was built in 1971, sits on a 0.26 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $339,900.
Over 67 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 153 listings were sold below the listed price and 78 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. 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.