Darson Grantham
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(641) 247-4098
234 Total Sales
11 in Merle Hay
$115K - $340K Price Range
1517 61st St Des Moines, IA 50311
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $201,000 - $224,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
864
Sq Ft
$246/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of December 2025Welcome home to this 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch in Northwest Des Moines, perfectly located just minutes from Beaverdale, Merle Hay Mall, and quick I-235 access for easy commuting throughout the metro. Walk in and be greeted with a living room to the right and dining area straight ahead. Rounding out the main floor you will find a nice sized kitchen, 3 bedrooms and full bathroom. The basement offers potential for a future living area or use it for tons of storage! Recent updates include fresh paint throughout, new siding (2024), new windows (2024) and a new roof in 2021. The home sits on a quiet residential street with a private backyard, mature trees, and a detached one-car garage. This move-in-ready ranch combines affordability, convenience, and long-term potential. Come tour this home today. All information obtained from sellers and public records.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,517
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 7,020 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 54x130
- Property is zoned N3B
Home Design
- 864 Sq Ft Home
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Additional Features
- Unfinished Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10003541000000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 13, 2025
Closed on
Dec 18, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jason Rude
Rude Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jason Rude
Rude Realty
List Price
$212,900
Sold Price
$208,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.3%
Views
255
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,372
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.11%
Original Mortgage
$176,800
Outstanding Balance
$175,774
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,598
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 29, 2018
Closed on
Sep 13, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jeff Karnowski
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Jason Kohles
Summit Real Estate Group
List Price
$140,000
Sold Price
$142,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
1.43%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.39%
Original Mortgage
$27,980
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,134
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 20, 2009
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Merle Hay, IA
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Darson Grantham
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Angela Veatch
Angela Veatch
RE/MAX Revolution
(515) 489-4285
45 Total Sales
1 in Merle Hay
$200,000 Price
-
Susie Sheldahl
Susie Sheldahl
Realty One Group Impact
(515) 461-8610
275 Total Sales
5 in Merle Hay
$148K - $338K Price Range
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Linda Sabic
Linda Sabic
Realty ONE Group Impact
(515) 461-8688
45 Total Sales
3 in Merle Hay
$92K - $230K Price Range
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Joe Hand
Joe Hand
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 393-6717
68 Total Sales
1 in Merle Hay
$250,000 Price
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Maria Torres
Maria Torres
Responds QuicklyIowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 400-0263
162 Total Sales
9 in Merle Hay
$149K - $265K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $208,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $142,000 | None Available | ||
| $103,000 | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $176,800 | ||
| Previous Owner | $21,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $27,980 | ||
| Previous Owner | $113,600 | ||
| Previous Owner | $101,626 | ||
| Previous Owner | $101,134 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 12/18/25 | Sold | $208,000 | -2.3% | $241 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/19/2025 11/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/13/2025 11/13/25 | For Sale | $212,900 | +49.9% | $246 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/14/2018 09/14/18 | Sold | $142,000 | +1.4% | $164 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/05/2018 07/05/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/29/2018 06/29/18 | For Sale | $140,000 | -- | $162 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,088 | $186,900 | $43,200 | $143,700 |
| 2024 | $3,088 | $167,400 | $38,100 | $129,300 |
| 2023 | $3,238 | $167,400 | $38,100 | $129,300 |
| 2022 | $3,212 | $146,300 | $34,400 | $111,900 |
| 2021 | $3,062 | $146,300 | $34,400 | $111,900 |
| 2020 | $3,176 | $131,300 | $30,600 | $100,700 |
| 2019 | $2,714 | $131,300 | $30,600 | $100,700 |
| 2018 | $2,682 | $109,500 | $26,700 | $82,800 |
| 2017 | $2,396 | $109,500 | $26,700 | $82,800 |
| 2016 | $2,330 | $97,100 | $23,300 | $73,800 |
| 2015 | $2,330 | $97,100 | $23,300 | $73,800 |
| 2014 | $2,160 | $90,000 | $21,300 | $68,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jason Rude
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jason Rude
Rude Realty
(515) 953-8160
6 in this area
346 Total Sales
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Madylin Joy
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Madylin Joy
Rude Realty
(515) 817-4062
3 in this area
128 Total Sales
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Joshua Moncivais
J
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Joshua Moncivais
Rude Realty
(515) 817-4061
6 in this area
121 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2018
Jeff Karnowski
RE/MAX
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Jason Kohles
J
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Jason Kohles
Summit Real Estate Group
(515) 669-7539
11 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 730388
APN: 100-03541000000
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