$174,000

3802 SW 3rd St Des Moines, IA 50315

$2,066
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,128 sqft
0.3 acres
$154 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3802 SW 3rd St

Charming 3-Bedroom Home - Minutes from Downtown – Spacious Lot, Mature Trees, and More! Come explore this fantastic 3-bedroom, 2 bathroom home nestled in well-established southside neighborhood, just minutes away from downtown. Set on a spacious lot with beautiful mature trees, this property offers both privacy and a great sense of space. The main floor features a bedroom, a full bathroom, a living room, and a well-sized kitchen perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms, and a flexible bonus space (ideal for a home office, playroom, or reading nook), and another bathroom. Enjoy the fully fenced-in backyard, offering a safe and private outdoor space for kids, pets, or gardening. The detached 2-stall garage provides plenty of room for parking, tools, or extra storage. This home combines comfort, character, and convenience, making it a must-see for those looking for a property with easy access to all the best downtown amenities. Home is in NFC neighborhood financing corporation area and could be eligible for loans and grants. https://neighborhoodfinance.org/ Contract terms available with 20% down if buyer qualifies via Contract Exchange Corporation, https://contractexchange.net/

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,128 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.327 Acres
Year built1909
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #711217
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 711217
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Guardian Real Estate Group
  • Office Phone: (712) 789-1007
  • Listing Agent: Lyndsey Lamb

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kitchen with sink, light wood-type flooring, stainless steel dishwasher, kitchen peninsula, and pendant lighting

$174,000

3802 SW 3rd St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 27, 2018
Home Sold
$135,000
Mar 31, 2017
Home Sold
$120,000
Nov 04, 2015
Home Sold
$57,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$190,000$3,258
2021$150,700$3,258
2020$134,500$3,258
2019$134,500$3,084
2018$115,900$3,084
2017$115,900$2,110

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

South Union Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

4201 S Union St

3

Park Avenue Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

3141 SW 9th St

3

Howe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

2900 Indianola Ave

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 $53,070. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

27%
<35k
61%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • DillardsDillards
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • HyundaiHyundai
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 3802 SW 3rd St

This home is located at 3802 SW 3rd St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315. This 1,128 square foot home, which was built in 1909, sits on a 0.33 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $174,000.

Des Moines, IA housing market in February 2025 saw over 16 listings sold above listed price, more than 37 sold at listed price and over 92 sold below. Between January and February 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.4%. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 50 days, the median list price was $215,530.

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

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