1344 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA, 50317
About This Home
Nearly an acre in Des Moines! If you've been searching for space without giving up the convenience of city living, this is the home you've been waiting for. Nestled on an impressive 0.88-acre lot, this move-in-ready ranch offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and over 2,500 finished square feet designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The open-concept main level features a bright living area, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, abundant cabinetry, and generous counter space. The spacious primary suite includes a private bath and walk-in closet, while two additional main-floor bedrooms and convenient main-floor laundry make daily living a breeze. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds two more bedrooms, a full bath, and a large family room perfect for movie nights, game days, guests, or multi-generational living. Step outside to enjoy one of this property's standout features—a huge backyard with room to play, entertain, garden, or simply relax. The oversized deck is ideal for summer BBQs, while the storage shed provides additional space for tools, lawn equipment, and hobbies. Properties offering nearly an acre within the city limits, five bedrooms, and this much finished living space are exceptionally hard to find. Don't miss your opportunity to enjoy the space, privacy, and flexibility this home has to offer—just minutes from shopping, restaurants, schools, and easy interstate access.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Dining Area,Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Tile,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,100
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,468
- Total interior livable area: 1,468 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 06000628000000
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck,Storage
Lot
- Lot size: 0.88 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 123 x 310
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,885 | $22,620 |
| Home Insurance * | $276 | $3,312 |
| Property Taxes | $487 | $5,844 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $2,769 | $33,228 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-10 | Price change | $372,900 |
| 2026-07-03 | Price change | $382,900 |
| 2026-06-23 | Listed for sale | $389,900 |
| 2012-11-07 | Sold | $164,500 |
| 2012-10-05 | Pending sale | $160,000 |
| 2012-09-18 | Price change | $160,000 |
| 2012-08-31 | Price change | $162,000 |
| 2012-04-04 | Price change | $166,000 |
| 2012-03-18 | Price change | $168,000 |
| 2012-03-03 | Price change | $170,000 |
| 2012-02-18 | Price change | $172,000 |
| 2012-02-03 | Price change | $175,000 |
| 2012-01-25 | Listed for sale | $177,000 |
| 2009-04-23 | Sold | $177,500 |
| 2008-04-04 | Sold | $99,500 |
| 2003-07-07 | Sold | $13,500 |
| 2001-11-13 | Sold | $332 |
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