Welcome to **200 SW 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312**—a beautifully updated **South of Grand** home offering modern comfort and timeless appeal. Set on a desirable **walkout lot**, this residence features **multiple living areas**, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in style. With **three bedrooms and two bathrooms**, this home boasts numerous updates: a **new oversized two-car garage built in 2024**, **new paint throughout**, **new air conditioner (Aug 2022)**, and **new flooring throughout the entire basement**. The **kitchen** shines with **new backsplash, countertops, and appliances—all included**. The **dining room opens to a brand-new back deck** through a **new sliding glass door**, ideal for outdoor dining and morning coffee. The **downstairs family room** features a **new wet bar** and a **redone bathroom**, enhancing both function and charm. Two large decks overlook **beautiful landscaping**, offering peaceful outdoor living spaces. Located minutes from **Greenwood Park, the Des Moines Art Center, and Gray’s Lake**, with local favorites like **Gateway Market, Snookie’s Malt Shop, and La Mie Bakery** nearby. This exceptional South of Grand property blends updates, comfort, and location—**schedule your private showing today!**
Pending
$399,900
200 SW 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50312
3beds
1,312sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$305/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New wet barRedone bathroomTwo bathroomsThree bedroomsDownstairs family roomNew air conditionerPeaceful outdoor living spaces
- 16 days |
- 120 |
- 8 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 25, 2026 at 08:19am
Listed by:
Jesse Kern (319)423-4139,
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 727663
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Wet Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,312
- Total interior livable area: 1,312 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,312
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 150
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 09004400000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $305/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $327,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,658
- Date on market: 10/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 186 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2026 | Pending sale | $399,900$305/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $399,900-2.5%$305/sqft |
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| 10/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $410,000+41.4%$313/sqft |
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| 3/27/2023 | Sold | $290,000-6.5%$221/sqft |
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| 2/10/2023 | Pending sale | $310,000$236/sqft |
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| 10/12/2022 | Price change | $310,000-8.8%$236/sqft |
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| 9/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $340,000$259/sqft |
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| 7/13/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/18/2022 | Price change | $340,000-2.9%$259/sqft |
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| 4/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $350,000$267/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,952 +2.2% | $327,600 -7.3% |
| 2023 | $6,802 +0.8% | $353,400 +18.8% |
| 2022 | $6,748 +1.6% | $297,500 |
| 2021 | $6,642 -3.7% | $297,500 +8.3% |
| 2020 | $6,896 +6.8% | $274,800 |
| 2019 | $6,454 +1.1% | $274,800 +10.5% |
| 2018 | $6,384 | $248,700 |
| 2017 | $6,384 +13.8% | $248,700 +12.3% |
| 2016 | $5,608 | $221,500 |
| 2015 | $5,608 +10% | $221,500 +6.5% |
| 2014 | $5,096 | $207,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $207,900 -0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $209,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $209,700 -6% |
| 2010 | -- | $223,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $223,100 +3.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $216,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $216,200 +14.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $189,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $189,000 +10.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $170,380 +14.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $148,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $148,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$2,565/mo
Principal & interest
$2062
Property taxes
$503
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Salisbury Oaks
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Greenwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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