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$212,029$202 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $215,000 on Feb 26, 2024

3017 PROSPECT DR

DES MOINES, IA 50310
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,052 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$212K
$186K low$238K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · Feb 26, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,240 (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.$240,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$192,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$221,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,200

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.Bungalow
CountyPolk
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1963
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 140 ft²Porch · 140 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Meredith Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Moore Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Hoover High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Des Moines Independent Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50310These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
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.32,532
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,000 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,502
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,153
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

3017 Prospect Dr 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 less than 74% of homes in Beaverdale
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Polk County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50310

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

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$112K$416K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Des Moines 50310.

How it measures up in Des Moines 50310

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Moines 50310.

Estimated value$212,029
CheaperTypical $231,106Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$202
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,210 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 3017 Prospect Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBeaverdaleDes Moines 50310Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$212,02926% of homes38% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20258% of homes59% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,052 ft²26% of homes34% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac57% of homes50% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than194758% of homes40% of homes20% of homes

About 3017 Prospect Dr

How much is 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA is $212,029 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $185,785 to $238,273. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA last sell?

3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA last sold on Feb 26, 2024 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA?

3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,052 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA built?

3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA?

3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA is assigned to Meredith Middle School (middle), rated F; Moore Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Hoover High School (high), rated F. All sit in Des Moines Independent Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50310?

Among the 10,936 homes in Des Moines 50310, it is worth more than 38% of them ($212,029 against a typical $231,106), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($202 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,052 ft² against a typical 1,210 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1947 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 31% 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 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3017 Prospect Dr, Des Moines, IA was $4,240. The county assessed it at $240,200.

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