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$239,107$174 / 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 93How 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 $158,000 on Dec 27, 2018

3838 RICHMOND AVE

DES MOINES, IA 50317
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,372 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$239K
$221K low$257K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,000 · Dec 27, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,968 (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.$235,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$194,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$207,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,100

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.Colonial
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.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, 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 · 253 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.

E
Brubaker Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Hoyt Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Des Moines Independent Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50317These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.39,396
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,850 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,561
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,313
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

3838 Richmond Ave 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 86% of homes in Sheridan Gardens
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Sheridan Gardens
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Des Moines 50317

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50317

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

This home
$72K$386K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Des Moines 50317.

How it measures up in Des Moines 50317

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Moines 50317.

Estimated value$239,107
CheaperTypical $174,699Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$174
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,372 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,040 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 3838 Richmond Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheridan GardensDes Moines 50317Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,10786% of homes82% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17436% of homes56% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,372 ft²85% of homes77% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac50% of homes44% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than196357% of homes67% of homes36% of homes

About 3838 Richmond Ave

How much is 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA is $239,107 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $221,431 to $256,783. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA last sell?

3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA last sold on Dec 27, 2018 for $158,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA?

3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,372 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA built?

3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA?

3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA is assigned to Brubaker Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Hoyt Middle School (middle), rated F; East 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 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50317?

Among the 13,872 homes in Des Moines 50317, it is worth more than 82% of them ($239,107 against a typical $174,699), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($174 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,372 ft² against a typical 1,040 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1963 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 40% 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 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3838 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA was $3,968. The county assessed it at $235,100.

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