4571 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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FOR SALE
0.58 ACRES

$230,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,160 sqft (on 0.58 acres)

4571 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Est. Mortgage $1,559/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
0.58 acre lot
$198/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

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!
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of DEB MILLER, (515) 865-1206
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#745557
Also Listed on Iowa Realty, DMMLS.

Home Details for 4571 E 38th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1160 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Open, PatioFencing: OtherOther Structures: StorageExterior: Fire Pit, Patio, StorageFoundation: 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: Septic Tank

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 29Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding, Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06008986010000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $230,000Price Per Sqft: $198

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Southeast PolkJr High / Middle School District: Southeast PolkHigh School District: Southeast Polk

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 745557

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1160 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.58 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 745557Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 515-865-1206Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06008986010000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 29

Around this home

What Locals Say about Des Moines

At least 1190 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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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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    "I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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  • Monica Xlo
    "Nice neighborhood, lots of dog walkers in my area. Close to dog parks as well Quiet at night and during the day. "
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  • Emily Andersen
    "There are lots of families in our area with so many parks and schools! It’s an amazing place to live and raise kids "
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  • Emily Andersen
    "They would love it!! The sidewalks and neighborhood are very walkable! Lots of parks within walking distance"
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  • Paula Cuffee
    "You wouldn’t like how it seems everybody has a dog in the neighborhood, it wouldn’t be a quiet walk."
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    "I’ve lived here for 13 years and people seem to be very friendly. Most will wave as you drive by and say hi in passing."
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    "People walk there dogs all over the neighborhood. Dogs are very quiet in the neighborhood as well and there are many pet owners that live around here."
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  • Monica Xlo
    "Quiet city, easy to get around. Lots of parks to play at during the summer and many indoor places as well. City has many employment opportunities án lots of housing development "
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  • Britnee Nichols
    "It’s a very nice place to live eat learn grown walk your pets I’d recommend you liff be e here n start your family "
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  • Michael Mcgehee
    "Beaverdale is a blend of Norman Rockwell/Mayberry/Leave it to Beaver, we all are on first name basis and wave at each other when passing by."
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  • Cicily Hook
    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. Therefore means there is barking. Don’t move to a dog friendly neighborhood if you don’t like that. Also loose dogs from time to time. Not a huge problem. "
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  • Michael Mcgehee
    "Nonexistent, I work from home. If I did commute, it’s relative easy access to freeway, highway or local routes."
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  • Lisa Burner
    "Wholesome and quaint little community with adorable neighborhoods! I’ve lived in or around beaverdale my whole life. "
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    "Livable awesome neighbors dog friendly kid friendly quite plenty of parking room when there’s an event "
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  • Meek H.
    "Golf is pretty big at the Wakanda Club nearby, Greys Lake is also just a nice area but not too many big events happen here"
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  • Trulia User
    "Everything about it is great it’s peaceful it were cozy but now I’m looking for something much newer and something that fits me."
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    "having all diversity accepted into the town events and the kindhearted people are going through the process "
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    "people have e dogs here it's good for dogs. People puck up after their dogs. People also watch out for other people s dogs."
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    "Quiet, safe, cute houses, nice trees, fun to bike through, low traffic, solid food choices, good grocery store"
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    "Lots of dogs.. big, small and in between.. some neighbors not so good about chaining up a picking up after their beautiful furry friends "
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    "safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
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    "lots of people walking their dogs and always smiling and very friendly. makes me want to get my own dog to walk cause their always so happy!!"
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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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    "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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    "There's a variety in ages of the kids in the neighborhood and it's safe to play outside. Schools nearby. Public library and pool in the area as well as parks."
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    "Trick or treating…but the best part of our neighborhoods are the parks!!! The schools have the best playgrounds too!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "city meetings, public library has events, teach out pool with water slides, Grandview park has shelters and on grid restrooms, tennis courts, Fairmont park has a big slide"
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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
    "it's safe neighborhood watch well kept great people I love my neighbors too dog walking is a great idea "
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    "shops in the neighborhood parks in the neighborhood that have event's at it. and restaurants that offer special deals "
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  • Trulia User
    "there is a high school and elementary school in Fairmont Park and a middle school close by in Sheridan Park. Sheridan Park is a nice park with a wading pool and awesome slide."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great commute. Next to bus station. They're skywalks that are easy to access with a map inside of the skywalk."
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    "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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  • Marlene Brown Ackiss
    " I use to live in this neighborhood over on 810 Boyd I I really like the. Union park area Nice big tree love the way the is made "
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  • Trulia User
    "that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not immediate access to I-80 or 235, but major roads (Douglas, Hickman) are close and make it a little more convenient. "
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    "Nice place to live. I recommend it. Friendly neighbors. A mix of younger families and older residents "
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    "WatLao temple event that is held every 3rd weekend in June. Not very many neighbors participate in any events as far as gatherings. Lots of people roam the streets especially kids. "
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    "Good neighborhood to live in and raise a good family with good family values and great outdoor activities"
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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
$228K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$6K (+2.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$96K (+73.3%)
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 +177% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$228K
August 2026$227K
July 2026$229K
June 2026$235K
May 2026$237K
April 2026$236K
March 2026$222K
February 2026$221K
January 2026$221K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
4326 NE 35th St, Des Moines, IA
0.47
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$176,500
10/24/25
2
1
1,124
3512 NE 46th Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$325,000
02/09/26
4
1.5
1,086
4710 NE 31st St, Des Moines, IA
0.83
Single-Family Home
$240,000
05/29/26
3
2
960
3914 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.92
Single-Family Home
$230,500
10/23/25
3
2
1,066
4720 NE 30th St, Des Moines, IA
0.96
Single-Family Home
$90,000
10/29/25
3
2
1,058
4835 NE 30th St, Des Moines, IA
0.93
Single-Family Home
$246,000
05/26/26
4
2.5
1,040
4274 Grover Woods Ln, Des Moines, IA
0.64
Single-Family Home
$332,000
10/28/25
3
2
1,301
4027 NE 43rd Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.96
Single-Family Home
$193,900
03/05/26
3
1
936

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
3856 E Broadway Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.11
$335,500
3
1
1,375
Off Market
3985 E Broadway Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.15
$472,000
3
2
1,541
Off Market
E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.38
$70,000
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For Sale
3512 NE 46th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.37
$325,000
4
1.5
1,086
Recently Sold
4339 NE 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.41
$360,100
3
2
2,244
Off Market
4208 NE 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.44
$299,200
3
2
1,440
Off Market
4564 NE 34th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.41
$363,200
5
1.5
2,058
Off Market
4530 NE 34th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.42
$226,400
2
1
912
Off Market
4535 NE 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.45
$310,900
4
2
1,200
Off Market
4326 NE 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.47
$177,000
2
1
1,124
Off Market
4415 NE 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.47
$344,800
3
2.5
1,008
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 3, 2026
Source: DMMLS #745557
PendingToActive
$230,000
Aug 18, 2026
Source: DMMLS #745557
Pending
$230,000
Jul 20, 2026
Source: DMMLS #745557
Listed For Sale
$230,000
Oct 15, 2025
Source: Iowa Realty #723801
ListingRemoved
$225,000
Oct 13, 2025
Source: DMMLS #723801
PendingToActive
$225,000

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Agent Phone: (515) 865-1206
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Frequently asked questions about 4571 E 38th St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 4571 E 38th St?
    Based on a $230,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 4571 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is approximately $1,584 (about $1,220 principal & interest, $289 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What are the closest schools to 4571 E 38th St?
    The closest schools to 4571 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA are Clay Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Southeast Polk High School (rated 8/10), Southeast Polk Junior High School (rated 5/10).
  • What is 4571 E 38th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4571 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $227,900.
  • Does 4571 E 38th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 4571 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 4571 E 38th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 4571 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 4571 E 38th St?
    The lot at 4571 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.58 acres (25,395 sq ft).
4571 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,160 sqft single-family home built in 1954. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on Jul 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 745557.