Seller's Agent in 2025
Carrie Brugger
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 971-8888
4 in this area
96 Total Sales
1500 56th St Des Moines, IA 50311
Merle Hay Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
738
Sq Ft
6,600
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dining Area
About This Home
As of August 2025Affordable gem in prime west-side location – Priced right and cared for, this 2?bed | 1?bath home features hardwood floors, brand new roof & gutters, newer 2 car garage, professionally waterproofed basement, updated bathroom and much more!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,181
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x132
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 738 Sq Ft Home
- Dining Area
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10012045000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 22, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Rasmussen Anne E and Rasmussen Walter Anne
Bought by
Cobb Kaylea
Seller's Agent
Carrie Brugger
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Bobette Galloway
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$196,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,500
0.77%
Views
13
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-30.17%
Original Mortgage
$9,825
Outstanding Balance
$9,825
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$182,486
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 1, 2016
Closed on
Mar 22, 2016
Sold by
Mullins John
Bought by
Rasmussen Anne
Seller's Agent
Alexis Johnson
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
John Brummett
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$109,900
Sold Price
$108,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.73%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.54%
Original Mortgage
$104,760
Interest Rate
3.73%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 2008
Sold by
Willemsen Dolores A
Bought by
Mullins John and Mullins Tara
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,123
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $196,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $196,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $104,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $9,825 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $9,825 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $190,605 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $190,605 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $120,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $104,760 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | -- | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $102,895 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $103,123 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | Sold | $196,500 | +0.8% | $266 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | For Sale | $195,000 | +80.6% | $264 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2016 03/18/16 | Sold | $108,000 | -1.7% | $146 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2016 03/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/01/2016 02/01/16 | For Sale | $109,900 | -- | $149 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,962 | $150,600 | $35,800 | $114,800 |
| 2023 | $3,090 | $150,600 | $35,800 | $114,800 |
| 2022 | $3,066 | $131,100 | $32,300 | $98,800 |
| 2021 | $2,938 | $131,100 | $32,300 | $98,800 |
| 2020 | $3,052 | $117,700 | $28,800 | $88,900 |
| 2019 | $2,564 | $117,700 | $28,800 | $88,900 |
| 2018 | $2,538 | $95,400 | $25,100 | $70,300 |
| 2017 | $2,278 | $95,400 | $25,100 | $70,300 |
| 2016 | $2,218 | $84,200 | $21,900 | $62,300 |
| 2015 | $2,218 | $84,200 | $21,900 | $62,300 |
| 2014 | $2,140 | $83,600 | $21,300 | $62,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Carrie Brugger
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Laurie Brugger
L
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Laurie Brugger
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 783-4900
4 in this area
46 Total Sales
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Bobette Galloway
B
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Bobette Galloway
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 205-9548
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
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Logan Galloway
L
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Logan Galloway
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 333-8770
1 in this area
32 Total Sales
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Alexis Johnson
Seller's Agent in 2016
Alexis Johnson
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 277-6211
7 in this area
110 Total Sales
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Maria Torres
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016
Maria Torres
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 710-7749
10 in this area
205 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 722786
APN: 100-12045000000
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