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637 42nd St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

$469,900

Home List Price

$5,580*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
2,114 SqFt
$222/SqFt
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637 42nd St, Des Moines$469,900

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$5,580*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1920
HeatingHot Water
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #709605
Lot Size0.30 Acres
StatusActive

About 637 42nd St

Welcome home to this stunning 2-story Dutch Colonial home located in the coveted North of Grand neighborhood. Thoughtfully remodeled with stylish finishes, this home blends modern updates with historic charm. It is showstopper! Step inside and fall in love with the timeless details - beautifully restored hardwood floors, elegant woodwork, and eye-catching wallpaper. Two living spaces on the main floor with a cozy back living room and oversized fireplace - you'll feel like you're in an English cottage. Updated kitchen and bathrooms are as functional as they are stylish, designed to meet your modern needs while maintaining the home's character. New interior and exterior paint, along with updated PEX water lines. Fully fenced, park-like yard is a private oasis, complete with a romantic gazebo ideal for summer evenings or crisp autumn nights. Double-car garage and convenient location near schools, interstate access, and major amenities. This gem is located in the heart of the historic and charming NOG neighborhood. You will not want to miss out!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Dutch Colonial, Two Story
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,114 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 333-8292
  • Listing Agent: Micole Van Walbeek

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Enclosed Porch, Patio

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.30 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: North of Ingersoll on 42nd street. Home is on east side of the road.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $469,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $222/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,740
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$215K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

36

# of Sold Homes

205

637 42nd St vs Des Moines

3 DAYS ON ROCKET

-33 Days

$469,900

+$254.9K More

$222/SqFt

+$32 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $254.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $32/SqFt more than other homes in Des Moines, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #709605

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 333-8292
  • Listing Agent: Micole Van Walbeek

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Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 1/7/2025, 2:20:54 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$5,740$253,800
2020$5,740$230,200
2019$5,100$230,200
2018$5,100$200,400
2017$4,584$200,400

History based on county public records data.

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$2,413

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,475

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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3
/10

  • Hubbell Elementary School

  • 800 42nd St

  • 0.31 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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5
/10

  • Greenwood Elementary School

  • 316 37th St

  • 0.50 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • Hanawalt Elementary School

  • 225 56th St

  • 1.14 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,597. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes less than $35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 637 42nd St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 637 42nd St property is $469,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 637 42nd St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 637 42nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $5,740 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 637 42nd St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 637 42nd St is 2,114 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 637 42nd St is 1920.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50312›637 42nd St

This home is located at 637 42nd St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the North of Grand neighborhood. This 2,114 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.30 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 03, 2025 and is currently priced at $469,900.

In December 2024 more than 35 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 50 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 120 were sold below. Between November 2024 and December 2024, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 10.9%. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $215,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 36 days.

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

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