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1056 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA, 50311

$350,000

Home List Price

$4,156*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2,169 SqFt
$161/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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1056 Polk Blvd, Des Moines$350,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAttached, Garage, One Car Garage
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1947
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceWood Burning
MLS #694404
Lot Size0.23 Acres
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)

About 1056 Polk Blvd

Truly charming brick "Round House" with picturesque front and back yards sits amongst the canopy of Polk Boulevard's sycamore trees. Rare opportunity to start your next chapter in such a special, historic home and neighborhood. 2400+ sq ft including 3 bedrooms (2 on second floor, 1 in lower level) and 2 baths (full bathroom on each floor). Hardwood floors, arched doorways, unique room shapes that allow for lovely natural light. Tasteful updates to kitchen and baths, along with new mechanicals and roof. First floor features separate living and dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, and family room with wood-burning fireplace that leads to expansive covered deck overlooking backyard. Lower level is complete with a third bedroom, rec/flex room and loads of storage, offering an opportunity to further personalize the space. Serene front and back yards are professionally landscaped with irrigation system, koi pond and tasteful, custom fence. Don't forget the attached garage - a bonus during spring rain and winter cold. Conveniently located within an easy walk to tennis courts, golf course, Shops at Roosevelt and University Ave. Come experience the detail and impeccable care taken to create such a special retreat within this home and yard.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Living Area: 2,169 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (773) 844-1782
  • Listing Agent: Rose Green

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, Sprinkler/Irrigation

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Irregular Lot, Pond
  • Lot Size: 0.23 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
  • Hubbell Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Polk Boulevard between University Avenue and Kingman Boulevard. Home is on west side of Polk Blvd.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $350,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $161/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $6,084
  • 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

1056 Polk Blvd vs Des Moines

14 DAYS ON ROCKET

-18 Days

$350,000

+$140K More

$161/SqFt

-$25 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $140K more than the Median Sold Price and $25/SqFt less 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: #694404

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (773) 844-1782
  • Listing Agent: Rose Green

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

May 08, 2018Home Sold
$235,000
Jan 12, 2010Home Sold
$175,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$6,084$264,000
2020$6,084$243,500
2019$6,180$243,500
2018$6,180$232,300
2017$5,450$232,300

History based on county public records data.

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$1,814

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,116

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

  • Hubbell Elementary School

  • 800 42nd St

  • 0.47 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Merrill Middle School

  • 5301 Grand Ave

  • 1.03 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 1.41 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 6.46 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Roosevelt High School

  • 4419 Center St

  • 0.35 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 $71,739. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1056 Polk Blvd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1056 Polk Blvd property is $350,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1056 Polk Blvd is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.

Is this property for sale now?

Sale Pending: 1056 Polk Blvd 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 1056 Polk Blvd are:
Hubbell 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 $6,084 (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 8, 2018 for $235,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1056 Polk Blvd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1056 Polk Blvd is 2,169 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1056 Polk Blvd is 1947.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50311›1056 Polk Blvd

This home is located at 1056 Polk Blvd in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Waveland Park neighborhood. This 2,169 square foot home, which was built in 1947, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 01, 2024 and is currently priced at $350,000.

Des Moines, IA housing market in April 2024 saw over 55 listings sold above listed price, more than 76 sold at listed price and over 124 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between March 2024 and April 2024 increased by 0.1%. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 32 days, the median list price was $209,944.

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

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