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311 56th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

$436,000

Home List Price

$5,178*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
1,744 SqFt
$250/SqFt
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311 56th St, Des Moines$436,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$5,178*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1928
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceGas Log, Fireplace Screen
MLS #695496
Lot Size0.17 Acres
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)

About 311 56th St

Welcome home to this charming, South of Grand two-story, a meticulously maintained gem with timeless charm and modern comfort. It offers the most beautiful & peaceful views; making it the perfect place for a morning cup of coffee, evening time reading, or perfect spot for enjoying time spent with w/family & friends. It has been referred to as "the park within the city". Along with curb appeal, you have 4 bdrms, 2.5 baths & flex rm next to the Great Rm. You'll love the original Fplc, converted to gas, built-ins, crown molding, wide trim & other classic details in the home; plus, a white, updated kit w/gorgeous butcher block counters, StSt Appls including a gas stove; updated spacious Primary suite w/built-ins & window seat, walk-in closet & an exceptional spa-like bath w/heated floors, stand alone tub, tiled shower-you will feel pampered every day. The upper level features a primary suite plus 2 addtl bdrms w/hardwd flrs, & a number of built-ins.The Lower Level has a "get-away space" that can be used several ways; 3/4 bath, a workout rm & an immaculate laundry/storage area. Besides the huge gar(462 Sq'), an enclosed storage area (120 Sq') w/room for all the "toys"; there's a gorgeous deck that overlooks the "park" just steps from the Kitchen w/a window for 'pass thru' - Love it! Enjoy the convenient location a few minutes from WDM, Valley Jct, Restaurants, Shopping, Schools (blocks from Hanawalt Elem & Merrill Middle School)plus, all the amenities South of Grand has to offer.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,744 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: LPT Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (877) 366-2213
  • Listing Agent: Vicki Beveridge

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior: Dining Area, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Gas Log, Fireplace Screen

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Roosevelt High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Merrill Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Hanawalt Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Take I-235 to exit 5A to 56th St. Then take a left onto 56th St. .8 to 311 56th on East side of street.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $436,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $250/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,586
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$209.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$185

Avg. Days On Market

32

# of Sold Homes

255

311 56th St vs Des Moines

14 DAYS ON ROCKET

-18 Days

$436,000

+$226K More

$250/SqFt

+$64 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $226K more than the Median Sold Price and $64/SqFt more than other homes in Des Moines, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #695496

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: LPT Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (877) 366-2213
  • Listing Agent: Vicki Beveridge

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

May 16, 2019Home Sold
$332,500
Sep 04, 2015Home Sold
$224,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$5,586$294,900
2020$5,586$271,800
2019$5,132$224,300
2018$5,132$201,600
2017$4,838$201,600

History based on county public records data.

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Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,374

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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3
/10

  • Hanawalt Elementary School

  • 225 56th St

  • 0.09 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Merrill Middle School

  • 5301 Grand Ave

  • 0.27 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 1.95 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 7.40 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Roosevelt High School

  • 4419 Center St

  • 1.08 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,056. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 311 56th St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 311 56th St property is $436,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 311 56th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.

Is this property for sale now?

Sale Pending: 311 56th St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 311 56th St are:
Hanawalt Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Merrill Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Roosevelt High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $5,586 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on May 16, 2019 for $332,500. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 311 56th St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 311 56th St is 1,744 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 311 56th St is 1928.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50312›311 56th St

This home is located at 311 56th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the Westwood neighborhood. This 1,744 square foot home, which was built in 1928, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $436,000.

While more than 55 listings in Des Moines, IA in April 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 76 listings sold at asking price, and more than 124 were sold below. In April 2024 in Des Moines, IA there were 0.1% more homes for sale than in March 2024. The median list price of listings available in April 2024 was $209,944, while the average time on the real estate market was 32 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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