$179,000
$19K PRICE DROP

3841 Columbia St Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,298/month

Total Views 9,309
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,364 Sq Ft
$131 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Basketball Court
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room

About This Home

This home is located at 3841 Columbia St, Des Moines, IA 50313 and is currently priced at $179,000, approximately $131 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 3841 Columbia St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Madison Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

Listing Agent

Kun Zaw

Huynh Realty Listed on: 03/18/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,705

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 6,650 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x133
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,364 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • Basketball Court
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07001395000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,705

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 131.23
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Slab
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1364
  • Total Sq Ft: 1364

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Basketball Court
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 3 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1530
  • Lot S F: 6650
  • Lot Size: 50X133
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07001395000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3704.74
  • Net Taxes: 3704.74

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,414 $184,000 $25,500 $158,500
2023 $3,242 $184,000 $25,500 $158,500
2022 $3,214 $146,400 $20,800 $125,600
2021 $2,994 $146,400 $20,800 $125,600
2020 $3,106 $128,600 $18,200 $110,400
2019 $2,798 $128,600 $18,200 $110,400
2018 $2,764 $112,600 $15,600 $97,000
2017 $2,498 $112,600 $15,600 $97,000
2016 $2,426 $104,100 $14,100 $90,000
2015 $2,426 $104,100 $14,100 $90,000
2014 $2,404 $102,500 $13,600 $88,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/12/2025 07/12/25 Price Changed $179,000 -2.7% $131 / Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Price Changed $184,000 -2.6% $135 / Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Price Changed $189,000 -2.6% $139 / Sq Ft
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Price Changed $194,000 -2.0% $142 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 Price Changed $198,000 -7.9% $145 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 For Sale $215,000 +8.6% $158 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Off Market $198,000 -- --
03/18/2025 03/18/25 For Sale $198,000 +45.6% $145 / Sq Ft
07/06/2023 07/06/23 Sold $136,000 0.0% $100 / Sq Ft
05/13/2023 05/13/23 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2023 05/12/23 For Sale $136,000 +18.3% $100 / Sq Ft
09/02/2016 09/02/16 Sold $115,000 -4.1% $84 / Sq Ft
07/26/2016 07/26/16 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2016 06/07/16 For Sale $119,900 -- $88 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Trustee Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $109,250 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 713722

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-01395000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Highland Park

3841 Columbia St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3841 Columbia St, Des Moines, IA 50313 and is currently priced at $179,000, approximately $131 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 3841 Columbia St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Madison Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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