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$319,384$220 / 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 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $108,500 on Jul 13, 2012

4501 SW 31ST ST

DES MOINES, IA 50321
3
Beds
2
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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1932
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$319K
$251K low$388K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$108,500 · Jul 13, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,504 (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.$190,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$174,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,500

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.Ranch
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
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.Brick (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.Shed · 216 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Jefferson Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Brody Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Lincoln High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Des Moines Independent Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50321These 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.97
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 100.18

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.30%
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.8,677
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.714 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,131
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,054
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

4501 Sw 31st St 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 69% of homes in Des Moines 50321
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Des Moines 50321
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Des Moines 50321
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Polk County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Des Moines 50321

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50321

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

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$151K$781K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Des Moines 50321.

How it measures up in Des Moines 50321

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Moines 50321.

Estimated value$319,384
CheaperTypical $367,506Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,452 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,836 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1932
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 4501 Sw 31st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDes Moines 50321Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$319,38431% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22069% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,452 ft²25% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac74% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than19322% of homes15% of homes

About 4501 Sw 31st St

How much is 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA is $319,384 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $251,049 to $387,719. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA last sell?

4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA last sold on Jul 13, 2012 for $108,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA?

4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,452 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA built?

4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA was built in 1932, making it 94 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA?

4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA is assigned to Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Brody Middle School (middle), rated F; Lincoln 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 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50321?

Among the 2,121 homes in Des Moines 50321, it is worth more than 31% of them ($319,384 against a typical $367,506), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($220 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,452 ft² against a typical 1,836 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1932 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 61% 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 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4501 Sw 31st St, Des Moines, IA was $3,504. The county assessed it at $190,500.

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