747 38th Street Des Moines, IA $ 245,000
747 38th Street
$ 245,000
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747 38th Street

Des Moines, IA, 50312
$ 245,000
Bedrooms2 Baths1.1 Sq 1,064

Monthly Estimate*

$ 1,692

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Single Family Home for sale in Des Moines, IA

for $245,000 with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, 1 half bath. This 1,064 square foot home was built in 1896 on a lot size of 0.137.

Welcome home to this beautifully updated North of Grand property! Offering 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and a thoughtful blend of character and move-in ready convenience, this home is ready for its next owner. Enjoy inviting living spaces, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and gas stove, comfortable bedrooms and main-level laundry. Outside, the private fenced backyard offers a great spot to relax or entertain. And a super convenient bonus you won't find every day in this neighborhood: an attached two-car garage! Ideally located near the restaurants, shops and local favorites along Ingersoll Avenue, with easy access to downtown Des Moines, this home combines neighborhood charm with everyday convenience. The property is currently operating as an established Airbnb, offering additional flexibility for buyers interested in a furnished home or potential investment. An added bonus is its location within an Invest DSM Special Investment District, where eligible property owners may qualify for renovation assistance through neighborhood investment programs. All information obtained from seller and public records.

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11/15/2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
747 38th Street Des Moines, IA
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Single Family Active

Price

$ 245,000

Bedrooms

2

Full Bath

1

Half Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 3,677

Style

Lot Size

0.137

Year Built

1896

Town/City

Des Moines

County/Region

Polk

MLS | Web ID

752733

Features
General
Sewer Public Sewer
Property SubType Residential
County Polk
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Home Owner Assoc false
Attached Garage true
Garage Y/N true
Status Active
Directions Ingersoll Avenue to 38th Street. Head North to home on the corner of 38th and Center.
City Des Moines
Senior Community Y/N false
High School District Des Moines Independent
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 5988
Tax Annual Amount 3677.45
Lease Considered Y/N false
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District Des Moines Independent
Elementary School District Des Moines Independent
Property Sub Type Additional Residential
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Heating Forced Air Gas Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air Window Unit(s)
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Appliances Dryer Dishwasher Microwave Refrigerator Stove Washer
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Open Patio
Architectural Style One and One Half Story
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1896
Levels One and One Half
Full Baths 1
Occupancy Type Owner
Property Condition Resale
MLS Area Des Moines West
Legal Description N 1/2 W 120 F LOT 51 SEDORE PLACE
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Interior
Basement (Y/N) true
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Interior Features Separate/Formal Dining Room Cable TV Window Treatments
Flooring Hardwood Vinyl
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 2
Basement Unfinished
Laundry Features Main Level
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Exterior
Fencing Chain Link
Lot Features Rectangular Lot
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 0.137
Lot Size Acres 0.137
Road Surface Type Concrete
Exterior Features Patio
Foundation Details Block
Building Area Total 1064
Lot Dimensions 49X120
Parking Features Attached Garage Two Car Garage
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Street Number 1 747
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List By
Andrea Quann

Listing Agent

Re/Max Precision

Broker

andrea.quann@precisiondsm.com

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Nearby
4324878 Elementary School
4324877 Middle School
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Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
11/11/2026$245,000 Listed Price

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747 38th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 is a Single Family Home for sale at $245,000 with 1,064 sqft and a lot size of 0.137. 747 38th Street has 2 bedrooms, 1.1 baths, and was built in 1896. The property's zip code is 50312 which is in Des Moines, IA