Polk County property record for 812 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
| Property Type | Auto Repair, Garage |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 4,340 sqft · built 1974 |
| Lot Size | 0.204 acres (8,905 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $175,000 (Jan 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $3,914 (2024) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2021 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 050/01383-000-000 |
| Primary APN | 050/01383-000-000 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Total Rooms | 4 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 4,340 sqft Gross Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 4,340 sqft |
| Upper Floors Area | 360 sqft |
| Overhead Door | Overhead Door |
| Year Built | Built 1974 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1995 |
| Exterior Material | Metal |
| Construction Type | Steel Frame |
| Fire Resistance | Fireproof Steel Frame |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Lot Area | 8,905 sqft (0.204 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 137 ft deep x 65 ft wide |
| Heating System | Central |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Connected |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Street Address | 812 E 30TH ST |
|---|---|
| City | DES MOINES |
| State | IA |
| Zip | 50317-2409 |
| Property Category | Commercial |
| Property Type | Commercial > Retail > Auto Repair, Garage |
| Local Zoning Code | C-2 |
| Legal Description | E 1/2 LOT 13 & W 40 F LOT 14 BLK 8 FARWELL PLACE |
| Legal Subdivision | FARWELL PLACE |
| Legal Block | 8 |
| Legal Lot Number | 13,14 |
| Jurisdiction | POLK IA |
| Township / Civil Division | LEE |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1015 |
| Census Tract | 2100 |
Source: Polk County records, as of November 19, 2025
Owner names and exact recorded amounts shown locked on this page are available instantly with a free trial.
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 812 E 30TH ST, DES MOINES, IA 50317-2409 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jan 22, 2021 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Jan 22, 2021 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Aug 24, 2005 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 20217283 |
| Deed Book / Page | 18318 / 662 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Jun 17, 2005 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0000020356 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | POLK IA |
| Recording Date | Jan 22, 2021 |
| Property Address | 812 E 30TH ST, DES MOINES, IA 50317-2409 |
| Document Number | 0000007283 |
| Book / Page | 018318 / 000662 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 22, 2021 |
| Instrument | 7283 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Feb 22, 2021 |
| Title Company | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $280.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Confirmed |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 812 E 30TH ST DES MOINES IA 503172409, DES MOINES, IA 50317-2409 |
Source: Polk County assessment roll, as of October 13, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Iowa |
| County | Polk County |
| Municipality | Des Moines City |
| Unified School District | Des Moines Independent Community School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $184,000 (+14.29%) Land $46,100 Building $137,900 | $184,000 (+14.29%) Land $46,100 Building $137,900 | |
| 2024 | $3,914.00 (+15.25%) | ||
| 2023 | $161,000 Land $40,500 Building $120,500 | $161,000 Land $40,500 Building $120,500 | |
| 2020 | $3,396.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective August 17, 2025
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
|---|
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | DES MOINES WATER WORKS serves 246,055 people · EPA ID IA7727031 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from CIWW (DMWW) |
| Last State Inspection | May 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2022–2024) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | Treatment failure resolved · May 2017 |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 619 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Google Fiber Fiber | 8,000 / 8,000 |
| Mediacom Xtream Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 2,000 / 1,000 |
| CenturyLink Fiber | 2,000 / 1,000 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Metronet, Verizon.
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures