Thoughtfully remodeled bungalow with room left for equity building. This 1.5 story with unfinished attic still has space to expand. You will be wowed by the perfectly updated living room, complete with LVP flooring, shiplap electric fireplace and on trend paint colors. Ample dining area and fully renovated kitchen with new cabinets, appliances and countertops. Two nice-sized bedrooms (one has TWO closets!) share the hallway with the full bathroom. Bathroom was gutted top to bottom and is now fully tiled: floor and bathtub/shower surround. The finished basement has the best of both worlds with living space to enjoy with a wet bar, meanwhile plenty of storage space. Water heater replaced 2022, fresh exterior paint 2022, BAM basement waterproofing 2022 with lifetime warranty. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
- IA
- Des Moines
- 50313
- 3839 8th Place
- MLS# 651412
- Date Listed05/06/2022
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.15 acres (6,600 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Polk
- Year Built 1926
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,038 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $178.23
Interior Features
- Appliances Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring Laminate, Tile
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Asphalt, Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.15
- Lot Size SQFT 6,600.00
- Lot Features Rectangular Lot
Directions
From Euclid Ave, head north on 6th Ave. Turn left (west) on Seneca Ave, then left (south) on 8th Place. Home will be on the left (east) side of road.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $2,670
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
2.28 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
3.89 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
3.99 mi
Distance
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
2.28 mi
Distance
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
Public • PK - PK
2.39 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
3.89 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
5.18 mi
Distance
Des Moines Public Schools - Virtual Campus
Public • 6 - 12
5.18 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
6.89 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
3.99 mi
Distance
Des Moines Central Campus High School
Public • 9 - 12
5.18 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.65 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3842 10th Street | Listing | 4 | 2 | Dec 16, 2025 | $62,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $347,766 |
| 3901 11th Street | 3 | 2 | Dec 16, 2025 | $189,900 | Dec 21, 2025 | - |
| 832 Douglas Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 16, 2025 | $189,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $175,892 |
| 3839 9th Street | 2 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $135,000 | Dec 21, 2025 | - |
| 3847 11th Street | Listing | 2 | 2 | Dec 16, 2025 | $145,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $165,329 |
| 3810 10th Street | Listing | 2 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $179,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $206,642 |
| 3803 10th Street | 3 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $182,500 | Dec 21, 2025 | - |
| 3900 8th Place | 3 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $155,000 | Dec 21, 2025 | - |
| 3839 10th Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $189,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $180,282 |
| 3841 11th Street | Listing | 2 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $99,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $111,963 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,701 | 217,239 | 510,442 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 958 | 2,406 | 890 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 39.3 | 37.4 | 38.1 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $54,389 | $55,560 | $70,689 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $26,802 | $29,814 | $36,854 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 86 | 93 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 8.7°F | 11.7°F | 11.31°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 85.8°F | 86°F | 85.97°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.38" | 34.72" | 34.55" | 38" |
65/100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score ®
34/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
50/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
3 nearby routes: 3 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 37/100, Transit Score: 22/100, Bike Score: 38/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 3839 8th Place
Source: Realty.com
3839 8th Place, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a Single Family 1,038 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 17 photos available of this 2 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $185,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 17 photos of 3839 8th Place.
Our records indicate that 3839 8th Place was built in 1926.
The full address for this home is 3839 8th Place, Des Moines, IA 50313.
3839 8th Place has been listed on Realty.com since Fri May 06, 2022
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 37/100, Transit Score: 22/100, Bike Score: 38/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 3839 8th Place. Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center (Grades: PK - PK), Meredith Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Hoover High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
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Listing agent:
Casee Woodley
(tel: 515-783-9272)
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