$138,000
3 Beds
1 Bath
948 sqft (on 0.35 acres)
1533 E 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
Est. Mortgage $967/mo*
Get Pre-QualifiedWe estimate this home will sell faster than 95% nearby.
Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1939
0.35 acre lot
$146/sqft
Garage
Local Information
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About this House
Opportunity is knocking at 1533 E 36th Street! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath East Side ranch offers a
hard-to-find price point, plus a basement, 19x20 detached garage, and room to build equity over
time. The home has had major improvements, including a brand-new A/C in 2026, a roof
replacement in 2020, and more. Inside, you’ll find 948 sq. ft. on the main level, a functional
layout, good space, and an unfinished basement for extra storage. The home needs some
cosmetic updates, but it is move-in ready! Excellent equity potential, practical, affordable, and
full of potential in a market where homes under $140k with this much potential are hard to find.
Don’t wait on this one!
hard-to-find price point, plus a basement, 19x20 detached garage, and room to build equity over
time. The home has had major improvements, including a brand-new A/C in 2026, a roof
replacement in 2020, and more. Inside, you’ll find 948 sq. ft. on the main level, a functional
layout, good space, and an unfinished basement for extra storage. The home needs some
cosmetic updates, but it is move-in ready! Excellent equity potential, practical, affordable, and
full of potential in a market where homes under $140k with this much potential are hard to find.
Don’t wait on this one!
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Tracy Adams, (515) 360-4374
RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#748396
Also Listed on DMMLS.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 95% nearby.
Home Details for 1533 E 36th St
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 948 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Laminate, Vinyl |
Security Security: Smoke Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Block |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage |
Frontage Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 9 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1939 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding |
Property Information Parcel Number: 06005629001000 |
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Price List Price: $138,000Price Per Sqft: $146 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: Des Moines |
School Information Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 748396 |
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Building Area Building Area: 948 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.35 acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional |
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BasementMls Number: 748396Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 360-4374Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06005629001000-R-N |
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Days On Market Replication: 1 |
Around this home
Neighborhood Overview
Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.
What Locals Say about Gray's Woods
At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say car is needed
86 % Say people would walk alone at night
86 % Say parking is easy
71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
67 % Say it's dog friendly
60 % Say kids play outside
57 % Say there's wildlife
56 % Say there's holiday spirit
50 % Say there are sidewalks
38 % Say neighbors are friendly
33 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say it's quiet
20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in Des Moines
Last updated July 2026
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
$173KSince last month
Decreased$1K (-0.8%)Since last year
Increased$5K (+2.9%)Since last sale
Increased$92K (+113.8%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +69% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $173K |
| August 2026 | $173K |
| July 2026 | $175K |
| June 2026 | $175K |
| May 2026 | $171K |
| April 2026 | $166K |
| March 2026 | $168K |
| February 2026 | $163K |
| January 2026 | $159K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.16 | Single-Family Home | $170,000 | 08/10/26 | 2 | 1 | 822 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $160,000 | 02/25/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,029 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $177,000 | 09/26/25 | 4 | 1 | 889 | |
0.43 | Single-Family Home | $168,000 | 12/16/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,002 | |
0.52 | Single-Family Home | $105,000 | 01/05/26 | 4 | 1 | 1,455 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $175,000 | 12/22/25 | 3 | 1 | 770 | |
0.50 | Single-Family Home | $110,000 | 12/05/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,099 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $165,000 | 04/09/26 | 2 | 1 | 792 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $154,000 | 06/01/26 | 2 | 1 | 849 |
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 |
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0.05 | $244,300 | 3 | 2 | 1,270 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $198,600 | 3 | 1 | 832 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $212,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,026 | Off Market | |
0.14 | $252,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,137 | Recently Sold | |
0.15 | $241,500 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,212 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $135,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 816 | For Sale | |
0.16 | $218,000 | 3 | 2 | 884 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $170,000 | 2 | 1 | 822 | Recently Sold | |
0.20 | $240,500 | 4 | 2 | 1,164 | Off Market | |
0.19 | $140,000 | Studio | - | 786 | Recently Sold | |
0.17 | $178,800 | 3 | 1 | 932 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Sep 1, 2026 Source: DMMLS #748396 | Listed For Sale | $138,000 |
Apr 7, 2004 Source: N/A | Sold | $81,000 |
Feb 16, 2001 Source: N/A | Sold | $34,500 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,680 | $160,100 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Frequently asked questions about 1533 E 36th St
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 1533 E 36th St?Based on a $138,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1533 E 36th St in Des Moines, IA is approximately $997 (about $748 principal & interest, $174 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 1533 E 36th St compare to homes in Des Moines?1533 E 36th St in Des Moines, IA is listed at $138,000, about 36% below the $215K median sale price in Des Moines.
- What are the closest schools to 1533 E 36th St?The closest schools to 1533 E 36th St in Des Moines, IA are East High School (rated 3/10), Hoyt Middle School (rated 2/10), Stowe Elementary School (rated 3/10).
- What is 1533 E 36th St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1533 E 36th St in Des Moines, IA is $173,200.
- Does 1533 E 36th St have air conditioning?Yes, 1533 E 36th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
- Does 1533 E 36th St have laundry facilities?Yes, 1533 E 36th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.
1533 E 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 948 sqft single-family home built in 1939. 1533 E 36th St is located in Gray's Woods, Des Moines. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on Sep 1, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 748396.