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$309,703$208 / 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 94How 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 $154,000 on Oct 24, 2011

4548 49TH PL

DES MOINES, IA 50310
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,486 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$310K
$293K low$327K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$154,000 · Oct 24, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,748 (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.$294,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$226,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$258,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$294,800

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.0.31
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, Attached
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 · 142 ft²Patio · 102 ft²Porch · 70 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
Lawson Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
M
Summit Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 3.7 mi
H
Johnston High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Johnston 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

4548 49th Pl 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 Des Moines 50310
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Des Moines 50310
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Beaverdale
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Beaverdale

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50310

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

This home
$115K$415K

This home is worth more than 86% 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$309,703
CheaperTypical $231,554Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,486 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,205 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 4548 49th Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBeaverdaleDes Moines 50310Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$309,70375% of homes86% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20864% of homes63% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,486 ft²61% of homes71% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac90% of homes85% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than199098% of homes96% of homes58% of homes

About 4548 49th Pl

How much is 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA is $309,703 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $292,517 to $326,889. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA last sell?

4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA last sold on Oct 24, 2011 for $154,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA?

4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,486 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA built?

4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA?

4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA is assigned to Lawson Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Summit Middle School (middle), rated A; Johnston High School (high), rated A. All sit in Johnston Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50310?

Among the 10,939 homes in Des Moines 50310, it is worth more than 86% of them ($309,703 against a typical $231,554), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($208 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,486 ft² against a typical 1,205 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (1990 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 58% 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 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4548 49th Pl, Des Moines, IA was $4,748. The county assessed it at $294,800.

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