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$175,000

3524 E 38th St Des Moines, IA 50317

1 bed
1 bath
848 sqft
0.4 acres
$206 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3524 E 38th St

Welcome to 3524 E 38th Street. This home features 1 bedroom, 1 bath home located just off Hubbell Avenue. With beautiful granite countertops, gorgeous hardwood floors and custom tile shower and bathroom this charmer won't last long!! The HUGE standout features of this property are a Huge gorgeous yard AND a BIG heated and air-conditioned oversized 3 car garage/shop, ideal for hobbies, workspace, or extra storage. Enjoy nearby Sheridan Park and Fourmile Creek Greenway, both only minutes away. With downtown Des Moines just a 10 minute drive, you're perfectly positioned for access to dining, shopping, and entertainment.This home combines comfort and convenience in a great location, ready for you to move in.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size848 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.398 Acres
Year built1931
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #722475
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Window Treatments
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Exterior: Fence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $175,000
  • Price/SqFt: $206
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,212
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Take I-235 East into Des Moines. Exit at East 13th Street and turn left. Drive a couple of miles, then turn left onto E 38th Street. 3524 E 38th Street on your right.
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Living Area: 848 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.398 Acres
  • MLS Number: 722475
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
  • Office Phone: (515) 326-2567
  • Listing Agent: Danielle Burnight

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 01, 2010
Home Sold
$73,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$129,100$2,212
2021$104,300$2,212
2020$94,100$2,212
2019$94,100$1,974
2018$82,900$1,974
2017$82,900$1,906

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Brubaker Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

2900 E 42nd St

6

Delaware Elementary

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

4401 E 46th St

2

Stowe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.6 mi

1411 E 33rd 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 $53,169. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

36%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 3524 E 38th St

The listing price of 3524 E 38th St property is $175,000.

The property 3524 E 38th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50317.

Active Listing: 3524 E 38th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 3524 E 38th St are: Brubaker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Delaware Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Stowe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hoyt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,212 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 1, 2010 for $73,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 3524 E 38th St has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

The property 3524 E 38th St is 848 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 3524 E 38th St is 1931.

This home is located at 3524 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood. This 848 square foot home, which was built in 1931, sits on a 0.40 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $175,000.

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. Between May and June 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 7%. 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.

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