3846 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313
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3846 3rd St
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,311 sqft

$271,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,799/mo*
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$271,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,799/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,311 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1921
Living Area
2,311 sqft
Price/Sqft
$117
Parking
1 Car Garage

Description

This house was built in 1920 as the private home of Louis Beisser and may be what is perhaps the grandest homes in Highland Park Historic District. The house is a blend of styles and materials yet all coordinate in a masterful design. Beautiful built-ins, wood burning fireplace, stained glass windows are just a few of the hidden gems. 3 large and unique bedrooms with master bedroom with attached office or nursery with 1/2. The kitchen maintains its original layout and cabinetry with breakfast nook. An exterior door was added that leads to fenced yard brick patio and 2 car detached garage along with a 1 car attached garage. All information obtained from seller and public records.
3846 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,311 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1921. It last sold for $257,000 on Sep 6, 2024 (3% below the $265,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2023 with an asking price of $1,650 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 17, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $271,300, with a rent estimate of $1,499/month.

Home Details for 3846 3rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2311 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Wood, FullExterior: Deck, Fully FencedFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Detached,Garage,One Car Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 50

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1921
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, FrameDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 07001808000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $265,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 08 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2311 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6359.76 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 697413Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 778-3014Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-07001808000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Marce Peters, (515) 778-3014
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: Tony Berry, (515) 981-6068, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#697413

Price History for 3846 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
09/06/2024$257,000Sold
DMMLS #697413
08/08/2024$265,000PendingDMMLS #697413
06/17/2024$265,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #697413
05/17/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
04/27/2023$1,650Listed For RentZillow Rentals
04/15/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
04/05/2023$1,650Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/24/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
02/24/2023$1,650Listed For RentZillow Rentals
07/09/2020$187,900Sold
DMMLS #602707
04/10/2020$184,900PendingAgent Provided
04/07/2020$184,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/27/2011$144,500Sold
N/A
03/08/2011$145,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/21/2010$145,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/14/2010$145,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/23/2010$150,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/09/2010$153,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/20/2010$157,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/17/2005$114,500Sold
N/A
06/29/2001$115,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,690
Assessment$280,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3846 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3837 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$229,900
04/23/26
3
1
1,292
4032 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$207,000
12/12/25
3
1
1,220
4034 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$257,500
09/04/25
3
2
1,122
3836 8th Pl, Des Moines, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$248,500
02/27/26
3
1.5
1,369
4040 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$192,000
06/24/26
2
2
1,976
818 Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$229,000
01/12/26
3
1.5
1,512
4101 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$189,500
07/02/26
3
1
980
3915 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$105,000
12/19/25
2
1
810
3901 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$125,000
10/14/25
2
1.5
790

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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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    "I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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  • Jill B.
    "to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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  • Tracy
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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  • Jeff A.
    "the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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  • Susan W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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