#720333, Jarod Snover, Listing office: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
$299,900 List price
947 40th St Des Moines, IA 50312
4 beds
1 full
1,151 sqft
0.1 acres
$261 / sqft
House
Property details
About 947 40th St
Check out this absolute CHARMER!!! 5 minute commute to downtown!! Within the last 2 years the home has been updated with all new: Windows, siding, furnace, ac, water heater, floors, kitchen, electrical, concrete driveway, patio, paint throughout, carpet, new electrical panel, and bathrooms.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,151 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.143 Acres
Year built1912
MLS #722757
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $299,900
- Price/SqFt: $260
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,456
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Located just off I-235, take the 42nd Street exit and head south. Turn left onto Woodland Avenue, then right onto 40th Street. The home will be on your right.
- Year Built: 1912
- Living Area: 1,151 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.143 Acres
- MLS Number: 722757
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
- Office Phone: (515) 326-2567
- Listing Agent: Danielle Burnight
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2024 | Home Sold | $256,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $150,100 | $2,456 |
| 2021 | $127,500 | $2,456 |
| 2020 | $114,000 | $2,456 |
| 2019 | $114,000 | $2,158 |
| 2018 | $99,900 | $2,158 |
| 2017 | $99,900 | $2,118 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Hubbell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•800 42nd St
5
Greenwood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•316 37th St
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•4301 College 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 $70,052. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Minor League Baseball Games
Soccer
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
New York & Company
Forever 21
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chick-fil-A
Dominos Pizza
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Mazda
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 947 40th St
The listing price of 947 40th St property is $299,900.
The property 947 40th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.
Active Listing: 947 40th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 947 40th St are: Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Greenwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,456 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 15, 2024 for $256,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 947 40th St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 947 40th St is 1,151 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 947 40th St is 1912.
This home is located at 947 40th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the Drake neighborhood. This 1,151 square foot home, which was built in 1912, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $299,900.
Over 67 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 153 listings were sold below the listed price and 78 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 7%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 38 days, the median list price was $216,801.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.