#710730, Jenny Farrell, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
$399,000 List price
3109 SW 40th St Des Moines, IA 50321
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,024 sqft
0.2 acres
$197 / sqft
House
Property details
About 3109 SW 40th St
MOTIVATED SELLERS!!! UPDATED KITCHEN!! UPDATED BATHS!! UPDATED FLOORING!! NEWER WINDOWS, ROOF, AND CENTRAL AIR!! Welcome to a warm and inviting retreat in the prestigious Southern Hills Community, offering the ultimate in luxury living. This beautifully updated two-story home is perfectly situated on a serene street, enveloped by mature trees that provide unmatched privacy and a comfort. The residence features 2024 square feet, four generous bedrooms, including one full, one 3/4 and one 1/2 bathroom, ideal for both family and guests. A spacious two-car attached garage ensures ample storage and convenience. Main level formal living room, cozy family room with a vaulted ceiling and with a wood burning fireplace offer endless possibilities for relaxation or recreation. Private patio opens to a private backyard, creating the perfect space for outdoor living and entertaining. This home is fully move-in ready with significant updates, including kitchen with high-end Cafe appliances, updated bathrooms, updated flooring. Finished basement includes expansive lower-level family room and as well as a space that could be an office/workout room/flex room! Private slider opens to a patio with a fully fenced private backyard, creating the perfect space for outdoor living and entertaining. Conveniently located close to bike trails, walking trails, schools, libraries, and all of the amenities that downtown have to offer! Don’t miss your chance to experience luxury living at its finest.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,024 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.23 Acres
Year built1967
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #717707
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $399,000
- Price/SqFt: $197
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,708
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: 63rd to Park, turn east to SW 40th, turn south to home
- Year Built: 1967
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,024 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
- MLS Number: 717707
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
- Office Phone: (515) 771-7788
- Listing Agent: Stephanie Thomas
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2023 | Home Sold | $368,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $297,200 | $5,708 |
| 2021 | $230,300 | $5,708 |
| 2020 | $229,000 | $5,708 |
| 2019 | $229,000 | $5,150 |
| 2018 | $202,300 | $5,150 |
| 2017 | $202,300 | $4,868 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Jefferson Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•2425 Watrous Ave
5
Greenwood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.8 mi
•316 37th St
3
Hanawalt Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.0 mi
•225 56th St
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 $52,488. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
35%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
9%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
21%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
33%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
College Basketball
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Dillards
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Logan's Roadhouse
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Hyundai
Pontiac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Rock
Urban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 3109 SW 40th St
The listing price of 3109 SW 40th St property is $399,000.
The property 3109 SW 40th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50321.
Active Listing: 3109 SW 40th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3109 SW 40th St are: Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Greenwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hanawalt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,708 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 31, 2023 for $368,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3109 SW 40th St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 3109 SW 40th St is 2,024 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3109 SW 40th St is 1967.
This home is located at 3109 SW 40th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50321 in the Southwestern Hills neighborhood. This 2,024 square foot home, which was built in 1967, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $399,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 67 sold above asking price, over 153 sold below and more than 78 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 38 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $216,801 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.