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$225,000

3916 E Tiffin Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,470 sqft
0.2 acres
$153 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3916 E Tiffin Ave

Welcome to this spacious 4-bed, 1.5-bath two-story home on a quiet street in NE Des Moines. The main level offers a bright living room and functional kitchen with dual prep zones—perfect for shared cooking or entertaining. All 4 bedrooms are conveniently located upstairs, with a full bath and ample closet space. The finished lower level features a cozy bonus area for movie nights, hobbies, or extra storage. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard, deck for relaxing, and a true 2-car garage. Recent improvements include a radon mitigation system and updated half bath. Located just minutes from parks, schools, I-235, Altoona amenities, and downtown Des Moines, this home offers space, value, and opportunity. Bring your vision and make it your own!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,470 sqft
Lot size0.175 Acres
Year built1963
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #722384
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Exterior: Fence
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $225,000
  • Price/SqFt: $153
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,850
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Heading NE on Hubbell Ave, turn right onto E Douglas Ave. Turn right onto E 38th St. Turn left onto E Tiffin Ave. Home will be on your left.
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,470 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.175 Acres
  • MLS Number: 722384
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (515) 657-0766
  • Listing Agent: Rocio Hermosillo

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jan 04, 2016
Home Sold
$127,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$207,900$3,850
2021$168,700$3,850
2020$157,300$3,850
2019$157,300$3,452
2018$138,500$3,452
2017$138,500$3,270

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Brubaker Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 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

1.5 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 $65,304. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

23%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
24%
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?

28%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • DillardsDillards
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • WingstopWingstop
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • NissanNissan
  • HyundaiHyundai
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 3916 E Tiffin Ave

The listing price of 3916 E Tiffin Ave property is $225,000.

The property 3916 E Tiffin Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50317.

Active Listing: 3916 E Tiffin Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 3916 E Tiffin Ave 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 $3,850 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on January 4, 2016 for $127,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 3916 E Tiffin Ave has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 3916 E Tiffin Ave is 1,470 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 3916 E Tiffin Ave is 1963.

This home is located at 3916 E Tiffin Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood. This 1,470 square foot home, which was built in 1963, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $225,000.

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. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. 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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