About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 3826 E 40th Street in Des Moines, IA is listed for $260,000 ($250 per sqft). Built in 1962, the home offers 1,040 sqft of living space on a 0.21 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1962
  • 0.21 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
1 full
1962

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bed, 2-bath home where the work has already been done, allowing you to simply move in and enjoy. Charming cedar pillars and a welcoming front porch create inviting curb appeal, while fresh paint and newer flooring throughout the main level give the home a bright, refreshed feel.

Natural light fills the living room, which flows seamlessly into the dining area and updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances. 3 bedrooms and a beautiful full bath with a tiled shower surround, new tile flooring, updated vanity, and modern finishes complete the main level.

Downstairs, the finished lower level offers even more living space with a spacious family room featuring an electric fireplace and floating shelves, plus a flex area perfect for a playroom, home office, workout space, or hobbies. A 3/4 bath with tile shower, laundry area, and generous storage add even more functionality.

Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with plenty of room to relax, entertain, or let pets and kids play, along with a deck, patio, and an oversized 2-car garage that's heated and cooled for year-round comfort. Major updates, including a new roof and siding (2023), newer vinyl windows, updated PEX plumbing, and spray-foamed rim joists, provide peace of mind.

Conveniently located just minutes from Altoona, you'll enjoy quick access to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, parks, Prairie Meadows, Adventureland, and easy interstate access for an effortless commute.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,391/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$188
Interest$1,127
Insurance$76

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

3826 E 40th Street

Des Moines, IA 50317

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Property Details

Flooring

CarpetTileLaminate

Construction

VinylSiding

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 3826 E 40th Street is listed at $260,000 ($250/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,391 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1962, 0.21 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea.

This property is listed by Chrissi Ripperger and can be reached at (515) 276-2872.

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Chrissi Ripperger

Agent at RE/MAX Concepts

(515) 276-2872

Listed by RE/MAX Concepts · View on Broker Site

MLS# 745390· Source: listhub· 1 day on market

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3826 E 40th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

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