4571 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA, 50317
About This Home
Welcome to your dream retreat! Nestled on a picturesque, half acre lot on the outskirts of the city, this beautifully updated 4 BR ranch offers the perfect blend of country serenity and city convenience. Located in a quiet neighborhood with a country feel, you're just minutes from Des Moines, Altoona and Ankeny -giving you easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment while enjoying peaceful living. Inside, you'll find a fully renovated home with thoughtful updates. The stunning kitchen features modern cabinets, sleek countertops and stainless steel appliances, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the ease of first floor laundry and spacious bedrooms. Step outside and take in the fully fenced yard featuring mature grapevines and elderberry and young fruit trees! The yard also features a large storage shed with electricity, a charming playset and firepit with plenty of space to play, garden, or just relax under the trees! Whether you're enjoying quiet mornings on the patio, watching the kids or pets play in the yard, or hosting friends for a summer BBQ, this home is ready to create lasting memories. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of the countryside with all the benefits of nearby city life!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Metal Siding,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: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,160
- Total interior livable area: 1,160 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 06008986010000
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open,Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit,Patio,Storage
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Lot size: 0.58 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 102 x 249
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Ice Storm
- 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 | $1,163 | $13,956 |
| Home Insurance * | $170 | $2,040 |
| Property Taxes | $321 | $3,852 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,775 | $21,300 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-18 | Pending sale | $230,000 |
| 2026-07-20 | Listed for sale | $230,000 |
| 2025-10-15 | Listing removed | $225,000 |
| 2025-10-13 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
| 2025-09-15 | Pending sale | $225,000 |
| 2025-08-29 | Price change | $225,000 |
| 2025-08-06 | Listed for sale | $230,000 |
| 2017-09-29 | Sold | $131,500 |
| 2017-09-19 | Pending sale | $137,400 |
| 2017-08-31 | Price change | $137,400 |
| 2017-08-18 | Listed for sale | $139,900 |
| 2017-08-15 | Pending sale | $139,900 |
| 2017-08-10 | Price change | $139,900 |
| 2017-07-26 | Price change | $145,000 |
| 2017-07-14 | Listed for sale | $150,000 |
| 2017-04-07 | Sold | $50,000 |
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