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1503 42nd St

Des Moines IA 50311

3
3
2
1450 sq. ft.
8335 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Last sold for $270,000
Chris KewChris Kew, last sold this property on 12 December 2025 after -82 days on market.

Overview

Welcome to this stunning 1917 Craftsman Bungalow located in the heart of Des Moines' sought-after Beaverdale neighborhood. This home exudes timeless character and warmth with gorgeous original woodwork, a welcoming front porch, and mature trees that provide beautiful curb appeal. The main level features a spacious living room with custom built-ins and a gas fireplace, a formal dining area perfect for gatherings, a large and functional kitchen, and a convenient half bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find three large bedrooms filled with natural light and a full bathroom that blends classic charm with modern comfort. The walkout lower level offers additional living space with a family room, another full bathroom, laundry area, and plenty of storage. Step outside to enjoy the massive back deck overlooking the fully fenced-in yard, ideal for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. Combining historic craftsmanship with thoughtful updates, this Beaverdale beauty offers the perfect balance of character, comfort, and convenience just minutes from local shops, dining, and parks. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Features

3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
2 carspaces
2 garage spaces
1450 sq. ft. floor area
8335 sq. ft. lot size
Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom single-family properties sold in Des Moines over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 1503 42nd St is $250k.

Median value
$250k
Estimated value range
$66k - $645k
Median days on market
7
Estimated value trend
-5%
decrease over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Des Moines. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 1503 42nd St

2025
Sold
$270,000
12 Dec 2025 by Chris Kew, of RE/MAX Precision
2017
Sold
$214,750
07 Jul 2017 by David Crawford, of Iowa Realty Waukee

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90% of sellers in Des Moines reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom single-family properties in Des Moines

In the last 12 months, 72 three-bedroom single-family properties similar to 1503 42nd St, have been sold.

This represents a 17% increase in three-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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