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678 38th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

$259,900

Home List Price

$3,086*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,339 SqFt
$194/SqFt
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678 38th St, Des Moines$259,900

Buyer Closing Credits

$3,086*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
Year Built1911
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #706180
Lot Size0.20 Acres
StatusActive

About 678 38th St

Newly renovated vintage property. New roof with transferrable warranty. Also new gutters and exterior paint. The historic charm was kept inside with the dark maple trim and original wood floors have been refinished as well as original front wood door. Main level features 9 foot ceilings and primary bedroom. Enjoy the open air covered front porch. Kitchen was completely updated with brown stained cabinets, quartz counters, disposal, antique bronze hardware and tile backsplash. Kitchen includes new, stove, dishwasher and microwave hood with warranty through NFM. Bath has been completely updated with 4 piece fiberglass tub kit, light/vent added above shower, pedestal sink, LVT flooring, toilet and mirror. New interior off white paint. Great location within walking distance to Ingersol with shops, restaurants and bars. Basement is dry and features plenty of storage space. Prior laundry appliances were left. Possible contract terms available.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story, Traditional
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Living Area: 1,339 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Realty ONE Group Impact
  • Office Phone: (515) 446-7524
  • Listing Agent: Steve Bennett

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove, Washer
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.20 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Take Ingersol to 38th street, then north to house

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $259,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $194/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,358
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$215K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

34

# of Sold Homes

205

678 38th St vs Des Moines

60 DAYS ON ROCKET

+26 Days

$259,900

+$44.9K More

$194/SqFt

+$3 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $44.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $3/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: #706180

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Realty ONE Group Impact
  • Office Phone: (515) 446-7524
  • Listing Agent: Steve Bennett

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$3,358$142,600
2020$3,358$129,500
2019$2,998$129,500
2018$2,998$112,700
2017$2,688$112,700

History based on county public records data.

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$1,365

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$846

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

  • 0.38 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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5
/10

  • Greenwood Elementary School

  • 316 37th St

  • 0.49 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • Perkins Elementary School

  • 4301 College Ave

  • 1.35 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 $60,584. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 678 38th St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 678 38th St property is $259,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 678 38th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 678 38th 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 $3,358 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 678 38th St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 678 38th St is 1,339 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 678 38th St is 1911.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50312›678 38th St

This home is located at 678 38th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the North of Grand neighborhood. This 1,339 square foot home, which was built in 1911, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $259,900.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 34 sold above asking price, over 122 sold below and more than 49 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between October 2024 and November 2024 decreased by 5.2%. Listings spent 34 days on the market in November 2024, 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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