$1,839 Closing Credit¹
#713679, Jim Bach, Listing Office: RE/MAX Precision
$165,000 List price
3438 57th St Des Moines, IA 50310
$1,959
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
634 sqft
0.2 acres
$260 / sqft
House
Property details
About 3438 57th St
Charming and affordable, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offers just the right amount of comfort and functionality. Enjoy mornings on the welcoming front porch and appreciate the updated flooring and fresh paint throughout. The kitchen includes a dining area and plenty of natural light, making it a pleasant space for everyday living. The fenced backyard offers room for pets or gardening, and the layout is simple and efficient. Located in an established neighborhood with easy access to local amenities, this home is a solid option for a first-time buyer or investor looking for value and potential.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size634 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.164 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #717722
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
- Interior: Dining Area
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $165,000
- Price/SqFt: $260
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,806
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From Merle Hay, East on Ovid,North on 57th,
- Year Built: 1950
- Living Area: 634 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.164 Acres
- MLS Number: 717722
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
- Office Phone: (515) 326-0369
- Listing Agent: Erin Rundall
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2014 | Home Sold | $75,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $138,400 | $2,806 |
| 2021 | $118,400 | $2,806 |
| 2020 | $108,200 | $2,806 |
| 2019 | $108,200 | $2,568 |
| 2018 | $96,500 | $2,568 |
| 2017 | $96,500 | $2,372 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Moore Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•3716 50th St
2
Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•2401 56th St
5
Karen Acres Elementary
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•3500 74th 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 $52,461. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
50%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Mexican League Soccer
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Books-a-Million
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
Church's Chicken
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Toyota
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Adult Hits
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 3438 57th St
The listing price of 3438 57th St property is $165,000.
The property 3438 57th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.
Active Listing: 3438 57th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3438 57th St are: Moore Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Karen Acres Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Urbandale Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Urbandale High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,806 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 31, 2014 for $75,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3438 57th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 3438 57th St is 634 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3438 57th St is 1950.
This home is located at 3438 57th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 634 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.
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. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between March and April 2025 increased by 7.2%. In April 2025 median list price was $215,000 and the average listing age was 41 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.