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$324,861$224 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $330,000 on Sep 24, 2024

2916 RIVER RIDGE RD

DES MOINES, IA 50320
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,452 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$325K
$298K low$352K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Sep 24, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$68 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$322,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$254,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$322,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 100 ft²Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
River Woods Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Weeks Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
East High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Des Moines Independent Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50320These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,249
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,239 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,459
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,285
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

2916 River Ridge Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in River Woods
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Des Moines 50320
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in River Woods
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Des Moines 50320
  • Among the newest homes in River Woods

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50320

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$98K$426K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Des Moines 50320.

How it measures up in Des Moines 50320

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Moines 50320.

Estimated value$324,861
CheaperTypical $248,265Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,452 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,373 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 2916 River Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver WoodsDes Moines 50320Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$324,86195% of homes79% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22475% of homes81% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,452 ft²70% of homes59% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac55% of homes29% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 2916 River Ridge Rd

How much is 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA is $324,861 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $298,084 to $351,638. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA last sell?

2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA last sold on Sep 24, 2024 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA?

2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,452 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA built?

2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA?

2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA is assigned to River Woods Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Weeks Middle School (middle), rated F; East High School (high), rated D. All sit in Des Moines Independent Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50320?

Among the 6,209 homes in Des Moines 50320, it is worth more than 79% of them ($324,861 against a typical $248,265), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($224 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,452 ft² against a typical 1,373 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 63% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2916 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA was $68. The county assessed it at $322,800.

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