$499,750

415 42nd St Des Moines, IA 50312

$5,935
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,440 sqft
0.3 acres
$205 / sqft
House

Property details

About 415 42nd St

Welcome home to this newly renovated South of Grand residence! With modern amenities and an ideal location, you will have the comfort and convenience of an easy living lifestyle.... All new kitchen and baths.... New roof, windows, fixtures, flooring, paint, etc. Easy commute anywhere in the metro.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingElectric, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,440 sqft
Lot size0.275 Acres
Year built1883
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #713736
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Architectural Style: Three Story, Traditional
  • Heating: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $499,750
  • Price/SqFt: $204
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,776
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: Head west on I-235 W. Take exit 5B for 42nd St, Turn left onto 42nd St. Property will be on the left.
  • Year Built: 1883
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 2,440 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.275 Acres
  • MLS Number: 713736
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: ListWithFreedom.com
  • Office Phone: (855) 456-4945
  • Listing Agent: Kurt Clements

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415 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50312 - colonial inspired home featuring a gambrel roof, covered porch, an outdoor structure, concrete driveway, and a shingled roof

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415 42nd St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 08, 2021
Home Sold
$257,500
May 03, 2021
Home Sold
$220,000
Feb 22, 2021
Home Sold
$162,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$314,800$4,776
2021$211,700$4,776
2020$193,000$4,776
2019$193,000$4,408
2018$174,400$4,408
2017$174,400$3,894

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Greenwood Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

316 37th St

3

Hubbell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

800 42nd St

3

Hanawalt Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

225 56th 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 $85,313. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, 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?

19%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
15%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

51%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
35%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Chico'sChico's
  • NordstromNordstrom

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LincolnLincoln
  • BuickBuick
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • ClassicalClassical
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 415 42nd St

The listing price of 415 42nd St property is $499,750.

The property 415 42nd St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.

Active Listing: 415 42nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 415 42nd St are: Greenwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hanawalt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,776 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 8, 2021 for $257,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 415 42nd St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 415 42nd St is 2,440 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 415 42nd St is 1883.

This home is located at 415 42nd St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the Salisbury Oaks neighborhood. This 2,440 square foot home, which was built in 1883, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $499,750.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 49 sold above asking price, over 141 sold below and more than 58 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 7.2% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 41 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $215,000 during the same period.

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

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