$165,000

1916 E 40th Ct Des Moines, IA 50317

$1,959
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
572 sqft
0.3 acres
$288 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1916 E 40th Ct

Affordable and move-in ready, this beautifully remodeled 2-bed, 2-bath home sits on a spacious 0.29-acre double lot. Enjoy modern updates throughout, including all new appliances (2024) and a brand new water heater (2025), and brand new back deck (2025). The open layout features a stylish kitchen, updated baths, and a versatile walkout basement. With room to grow, entertain, or garden, this property offers the ideal blend of comfort and potential. Don’t miss this turnkey gem—schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size572 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.29 Acres
Year built1946
MLS #715925

Summary

  • MLS Number: 715925
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Results
  • Office Phone: (515) 689-0684
  • Listing Agent: Austin Postier

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 22, 2018
Home Sold
$90,000
Jun 24, 2011
Home Sold
$52,000
Mar 02, 2007
Home Sold
$90,500
Mar 23, 2006
Home Sold
$35,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$123,700$2,370
2021$101,500$2,370
2020$91,400$2,370
2019$91,400$2,032
2018$88,400$2,032
2017$88,400$1,946

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Brubaker Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

2900 E 42nd St

2

Stowe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

1411 E 33rd St

2

Phillips Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.8 mi

1701 Lay St

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 $52,841. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

18%
<35k
70%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

40%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1916 E 40th Ct

This home is located at 1916 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Gray's Woods neighborhood. This 572 square foot home, which was built in 1946, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.

In March 2025 more than 35 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 42 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 124 were sold below. In March 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 6.3% more homes for sale than in February. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 47 days, the median list price was $215,179.

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

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