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$2,136 Closing Credit¹
#714255, Todd Fatino, Listing Office: Modern Realty
$191,000 List price
3948 12th St Des Moines, IA 50313
$2,268
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
875 sqft
0.2 acres
$218 / sqft
House
Property details
About 3948 12th St
Charming Brick Bungalow – Seller Financing Available! Welcome to 3948 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50313—a cozy 2-bedroom brick home in an Invest DSM neighborhood, offering both charm and modern updates! Step inside to find a heated, enclosed front porch, perfect for year-round enjoyment. The spacious open dining and living area features original hardwood floors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. With newer windows throughout the home and porch, plus a freshly painted interior, this home is move-in ready. A shower stall in the basement adds extra convenience. Outside, enjoy a 20x22 detached garage with additional parking for two more cars—a rare find! Seller financing available—own this home without the hassle of bank approvals!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size875 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.152 Acres
Year built1916
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #714589
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- MLS Number: 714589
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Agency Iowa
- Office Email: matt@myrealtyia.com
- Listing Agent: Matt Young
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 12, 2022 | Home Sold | $132,500 |
| Jun 21, 2016 | Home Sold | $80,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $127,200 | $2,046 |
| 2021 | $99,000 | $2,046 |
| 2020 | $87,700 | $2,046 |
| 2019 | $87,700 | $1,918 |
| 2018 | $80,800 | $1,918 |
| 2017 | $80,800 | $2,202 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Oak Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•3928 6th Ave
4
Findley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•3025 Oxford St
4
Madison Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•806 Hoffman 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 $43,028. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
40%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Horse Races
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Stein Mart
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
LongHorn Steakhouse
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Buick
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Contemporary Inspirational
Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 3948 12th St
This home is located at 3948 12th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313 in the Oak Park neighborhood. This 875 square foot home, which was built in 1916, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $191,000.
Over 35 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 124 listings were sold below the listed price and 42 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 6.3% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 47 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,179.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.