1147 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
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1147 36th St
Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,048 sqft

$340,000

Original price: $345,000
Est. Mortgage $2,255/mo*
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$340,000

Original price: $345,000
Est. Mortgage $2,255/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,048 sqft

Home Highlights

Outdoor
Patio
Price/Sqft
$166
Climate Control
Forced Air & Central Air
Listed
111 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1147 36th St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Step into something special at 1147 36th St. in Des Moines' vibrant Drake Neighborhood. This American Foursquare-style home offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 2,600 square feet of finished space across four levels, blending original character, flexible living options, and incredible potential.

The main floor features a welcoming foyer, spacious living room, dining area, eat-in kitchen, main-level bedroom, half bath, and laundry. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with ensuite bath and large walk-in closet.

The finished attic adds even more usable space and could serve as a potential 6th bedroom, home office, playroom, art studio, den, or retreat. The basement has its own private entrance and offers possibilities as an in-law suite, guest quarters, or potential 1-bedroom rental setup with living space, full bath, galley kitchen, and laundry.

Previously used as a vacation rental and once home to a long-running small business, this Drake-area property offers rare flexibility. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, garden potential, front and rear off-street parking, and possible future garage space. Eligible for both Neighborhood Finance Corporation and Invest DSM program funds, this home adds opportunity for qualified buyers. Near Drake University, shops, restaurants, services, and interstate access, 1147 36th St. is character-filled and ready for its next chapter.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing courtesy of Ryan Rohlf, (515) 442-0625
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Source: CIBR, MLS#70047
Also Listed on DMMLS, DMMLS, CIBR.

Home Details for 1147 36th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2048 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedFoundation: Brick/Mortar, Tile
Parking & Garage
No Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 600 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 111

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: Other
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09003303000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $340,000Price Per Sqft: $166

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
High School District: Des Moines

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 70047

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2048 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 70047

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Drake
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What Locals Say about Drake

At least 54 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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    "Perfect for a college student or parent if a grad student. Safe and easy bus access. Free parking. Nice walkable area. Close to restaurants, coffee and groceries. Great neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
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  • Trulia User
    "my neighborhood has decent public transportation and the commute to downtown is fairly quick as long as you know the bus schedule. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I walk to work daily so I don’t commute at all. It takes me 1 minute to get to work. I don’t have issues with this"
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  • Trulia User
    "I feel very safe here! I can even walk my dog at night feeling absolutely fine. I do see lots of families in the area, as well as college students and older couples who have been here forever. Lots of people decorate for the holidays too. "
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  • Trulia User
    "there be a lot of party's going with all the Drake students living in the area that I live it's a lot worse during Drake relay's which are in April and there be a lot of people in the neighborhood no where to park and traffic is really bad"
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  • Trulia User
    "The Beaverdale neighborhood is unique because of its many brick style homes. Also it is very clean and a fun community. "
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  • Nico H.
    "It’s pretty quiet around the neighborhood all week til Friday night and the weekends. Bus routes are near by, there’s also a few restaurants around and fast food joints but besides grocery stores you’re gonna have drive far to shop. "
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  • Nico H.
    "There’s a lot of space to walk them and the apartments now have doggy bags. You Don’t have to worry about running into too many dogs when you walk your dog cause most people around this area have cats."
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  • Shannonmist
    "The neighborhood is dog friendly. Many people own and walk dogs. It’s a friendly neighborhood with a lot of shade and sidewalks great for walking dogs. "
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  • Andrewberndt418
    "Very easy. 10 minutes into west Des Moines. Have been communizing for 2 months and haven’t had traffic once in the morning "
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  • Chris D.
    "It’s a diverse neighborhood that isn’t right for everyone, but it is the perfect neighborhood for the right people. "
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  • Kristyne B.
    "The Drake neighborhood is very diverse. There are college students, young professionals, middle-aged professionals and retirees. People are out walking dogs at all times of day. I would be cautious going out after dark, but that's anywhere in the city."
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  • Mazie W.
    "it's really good neighborhood if you walk your dog, park is right down the hill. people often walk their dogs on our streets"
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  • Alesha P.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for over 6 years. I have very friendly neighbors whom I know by name. I enjoy my neighborhood. we have several restaurants in the area.our neighborhood is very well lit up at night I can walk around and feel safe. "
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  • Alesha P.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 7 years. love all the trees and the friendly neighbors. Like our school district."
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  • Chris b.
    "It's close to an expensive college but the neighborhood gets really different 2 or 3 blocks from the main campus. "
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Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0MoM
Available listings
1022
12MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$333K
Since last month
Decreased$400 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$45K (+15.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$89K (+37.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +104% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$329K
July 2026$330K
June 2026$336K
May 2026$343K
April 2026$295K
March 2026$296K
February 2026$290K
January 2026$289K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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2016

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1137 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.03
$299,500
3
2
1,950
Off Market
1143 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.02
$321,100
3
2
1,758
Off Market
1133 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.04
$562,000
3
3
3,440
Off Market
1125 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.06
$355,200
4
2
1,754
Off Market
1121 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.07
$251,500
3
1
1,512
Off Market
1115 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.08
$177,600
3
2
1,344
Off Market
1145 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.01
$224,500
3
2
1,944
Off Market
1142 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.05
$280,500
3
2
1,837
Off Market
1134 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.05
$227,500
5
2
1,796
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 13, 2026
Source: DMMLS #739689
PriceChange
$340,000
Price decreased by 1%
Jun 1, 2026
Source: DMMLS #739689
PriceChange
$345,000
Price decreased by 1%
Apr 30, 2026
Source: DMMLS #739689
Listed For Sale
$350,000
May 12, 2022
Source: DMMLS #639713
Sold
$240,000
Dec 30, 2021
Source: CIBR #58813
Pending
$265,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Ryan Rohlf, Keller Williams Legacy Group
Agent Phone: (515) 442-0625
Information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but not accurate.

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Frequently asked questions about 1147 36th St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1147 36th St?
    Based on a $340,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1147 36th St in Des Moines, IA is approximately $2,287 (about $1,784 principal & interest, $428 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1147 36th St compare to homes in Des Moines?
    1147 36th St in Des Moines, IA is listed at $340,000, about 58% above the $215K median sale price in Des Moines.
  • What do residents say about the Drake neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Drake, Des Moines.
  • What are the closest schools to 1147 36th St?
    The closest schools to 1147 36th St in Des Moines, IA are Callanan Middle School (rated 2/10), Hubbell Elementary School (rated 4/10), Roosevelt High School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 1147 36th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1147 36th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1147 36th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1147 36th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.
1147 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,048 sqft single-family home built in 1910. 1147 36th St is located in Drake, Des Moines. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CIBR on Apr 30, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 70047.