# 3837 16th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313

> **TL;DR:** 4bd/1ba single family, $229,900 ($222/sqft), built 1963, 1,037 sqft. Est. $996/mo. Listed 11 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $229,900 |
| Price/sqft | $222 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,037 |
| Year Built | 1963 |
| Lot Size | 6,534 sqft (0.15 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 11 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $996 |
| **Total** | **$996** |

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1963
- 0.15 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
Welcome home to this inviting four-bedroom house nestled in the heart of Des Moines--perfectly positioned beside a scenic bike trail for effortless outdoor enjoyment. Immediately greeting you is a living room featuring a large window and original hardwood floors. From there, you can explore the kitchen, which has counter room, storage and space for an eat-in area. The main level features two bedrooms with original hardwood and a full bathroom, offering both convenience and flexibility. Upstairs, you'll find a great landing space connecting two additional bedrooms with generous closet space. The basement stands out with its durable polyaspartic-coated flooring, creating a versatile, polished space ready for a home gym, recreation room, or additional living area. This house is also equipped with a radon mitigation system. Out back, enjoy your own private retreat for relaxing evenings or weekend gatherings, featuring a covered concrete patio with a unique sidewalk design. In the back of the property you'll find an out building with plenty of storage for garden tools, kayaks, bikes, or other home equipment. This home blends comfort and location, situated just minutes from Highland Park shops and restaurants. All information obtained from the seller and public records.

## Location

- **Address:** 3837 16th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.63085, -93.638918
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.63085,-93.638918

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Jason Rude
- **Brokerage:** Rude Realty
- **Phone:** 5159538160
- **Email:** jason@ruderealty.com

## Primary Photo

![3837 16th Street - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/9f928a7a26fc2b103c479b450a8a5153l-f2393805572r.jpg)

*27 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/3837-16th-street-des-moines-ia-50313-ia69748)*

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**MLS#:** 69748 | **Updated:** 2026-04-25
**Source:** listhub

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