#716562, Fitzgerald, Eric, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty GDM
$185,000 List price
3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy Des Moines, IA 50310
2 beds
1 full
849 sqft
0.3 acres
$218 / sqft
House
Property details
About 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch in the heart of Lower Beaver! This home offers nearly 900sq ft of thoughtfully updated living space and sits just north of Douglas. Inside, enjoy the modern comforts of a 2022 renovation featuring updated kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, fresh flooring, paint, furnace, and AC. The layout is functional and inviting, perfect for a first-time homebuyer or investor looking for a move-in-ready property. Outside, you'll find a 3-car detached garage, ideal for storage, hobbies, or extra parking. Located in a quiet, established neighborhood. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained home!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size849 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.3264 Acres
Year built1960
ParkingDetached, Garage, Three Car Garage
MLS #722174
Garage3 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $185,000
- Price/SqFt: $217
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,512
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Take NW 70th Ave and NW Beaver Dr to Madison Ave in Des Moines. Continue on Madison Ave. Madison Ave turns slightly right and becomes Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy. House is on the West side of the street.
- Year Built: 1960
- Living Area: 849 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.3264 Acres
- MLS Number: 722174
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: CHASE Collective
- Office Phone: (319) 231-1160
- Listing Agent: Liz Keller
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 05, 2022 | Home Sold | $160,000 |
| Jun 02, 2020 | Home Sold | $135,000 |
| Jul 22, 2019 | Home Sold | $75,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $171,700 | $3,512 |
| 2021 | $143,200 | $3,512 |
| 2020 | $135,500 | $3,512 |
| 2019 | $135,500 | $2,666 |
| 2018 | $108,900 | $2,666 |
| 2017 | $108,900 | $2,506 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Samuelson Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•3929 Bel Aire Rd
1
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•2250 30th St
3
Oak Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•3928 6th Ave
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 $42,846. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
42%
<35k
42%
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?
40%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
19%
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
29%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
College Basketball
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Dillards
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Logan's Roadhouse
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Hyundai
Pontiac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
The listing price of 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy property is $185,000.
The property 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.
Active Listing: 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy are: Samuelson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Oak Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,512 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 5, 2022 for $160,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is 849 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is 1960.
This home is located at 3918 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Lower Beaver neighborhood. This 849 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.33 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $185,000.
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. Between May and June 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 7%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $216,801.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.