Charming 3-Bedroom Home - Minutes from Downtown Spacious Lot, Mature Trees, and More! Come explore this fantastic 3-bedroom, 2 bathroom home nestled in well-established southside neighborhood, just minutes away from downtown. Set on a spacious lot with beautiful mature trees, this property offers both privacy and a great sense of space. The main floor features a bedroom, a full bathroom, a living room, and a well-sized kitchen perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, youll find two additional bedrooms, and a flexible bonus space (ideal for a home office, playroom, or reading nook), and another bathroom. Enjoy the fully fenced-in backyard, offering a safe and private outdoor space for kids, pets, or gardening. The detached 2-stall garage provides plenty of room for parking, tools, or extra storage. This home combines comfort, character, and convenience, making it a must-see for those looking for a property with easy access to all the best downtown amenities. Home is in NFC neighborhood financing corporation area and could be eligible for loans and grants. https://neighborhoodfinance.org/ Contract terms available with 20% down if buyer qualifies via Contract Exchange Corporation, https://contractexchange.net/
- IA
- Des Moines
- 50315
- 3802 SW 3rd Street
- MLS# 711217
- Date Listed02/01/2025
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Three Quarter baths
- Lot Size 0.33 acres (14,231 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Polk
- Year Built 1909
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,128 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $154.26
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Asphalt, Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.33
- Lot Size SQFT 14,231.00
- Lot Features -
Directions
from 9th st, Turn left onto Rose Ave, Turn right onto SW 3rd St. home will be on the right
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $3,394
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
6.22 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home
3.39 mi
Distance
Des Moines Central Campus High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
3.39 mi
Distance
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
6.22 mi
Distance
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
Public • PK - PK
8.59 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home
3.39 mi
Distance
Des Moines Public Schools - Virtual Campus
Public • 6 - 12
3.39 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
6.1 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
9.23 mi
Distance
Des Moines Central Campus High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
3.39 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
6.07 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
10.11 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 215 Thornton Avenue | 3 | 2 | Dec 16, 2025 | $185,000 | Dec 23, 2025 | - |
| 3812 SW 4th Street | Listing | 3 | 3 | Dec 16, 2025 | $177,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $239,250 |
| 509 Rose Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 16, 2025 | $195,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $201,250 |
| 3817 SW 2nd Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $149,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $185,500 |
| 3807 SW 2nd Street | Listing | 4 | 2 | Dec 16, 2025 | $199,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $189,500 |
| 3911 SW 3rd Street | Listing | 2 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $139,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $143,000 |
| 3903 SW 3rd Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $145,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $160,250 |
| 325 Thornton Avenue | Listing | 3 | 1 | Dec 16, 2025 | $179,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $179,655 |
| 212 Thornton Avenue | Listing | - | 0 | Dec 16, 2025 | $86,500 | Jan 13, 2023 | $163,700 |
| 300 Watrous Avenue | Listing | 5 | 3 | Dec 16, 2025 | $259,900 | Dec 26, 2023 | $241,155 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 38,413 | 217,239 | 510,442 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 3,780 | 2,406 | 890 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 37.8 | 37.4 | 38.1 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $52,279 | $55,560 | $70,689 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $25,144 | $29,814 | $36,854 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 86 | 93 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 11.7°F | 11.7°F | 11.31°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 86°F | 86°F | 85.97°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.72" | 34.72" | 34.55" | 38" |
40/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
31/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
28/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal 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: 32/100, Transit Score: 23/100, Bike Score: 33/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 3802 SW 3rd Street
Source: Realty.com
3802 SW 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a Single Family 1,128 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 35 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $174,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 35 photos of 3802 SW 3rd Street.
Our records indicate that 3802 SW 3rd Street was built in 1909.
The full address for this home is 3802 SW 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50315.
3802 SW 3rd Street has been listed on Realty.com since Sat February 01, 2025
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 32/100, Transit Score: 23/100, Bike Score: 33/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 3802 SW 3rd Street. Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center (Grades: PK - PK), Central Academy (Grades: 7 - 12), Des Moines Central Campus High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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Lyndsey Lamb
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