1539 56th St Des Moines, IA 50311
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,001/month
Highlights
- Deck
- No HOA
- Family Room
- Ranch Style House
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
You will love this charming home featuring a spacious living area and natural light throughout. It is 2 bedroom (1 is non-conforming), 1 bathroom home. The property also offers a large backyard perfect for entertaining, a detached garage, and convenient access to schools, parks, shopping, and major highways. Ideal blend of comfort, location,
and value.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,585
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x132
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 624 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Additional Features
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10012133000000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,402 | $137,400 | $40,700 | $96,700 |
| 2024 | $2,402 | $122,100 | $35,800 | $86,300 |
| 2023 | $2,552 | $122,100 | $35,800 | $86,300 |
| 2022 | $2,534 | $108,300 | $32,300 | $76,000 |
| 2021 | $2,426 | $108,300 | $32,300 | $76,000 |
| 2020 | $2,520 | $97,200 | $28,800 | $68,400 |
| 2019 | $2,328 | $97,200 | $28,800 | $68,400 |
| 2018 | $2,304 | $86,600 | $25,100 | $61,500 |
| 2017 | $2,060 | $86,600 | $25,100 | $61,500 |
| 2016 | $2,008 | $76,200 | $21,900 | $54,300 |
| 2015 | $2,008 | $76,200 | $21,900 | $54,300 |
| 2014 | $2,486 | $73,400 | $20,700 | $52,700 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2025 10/13/25 | Price Changed | $150,000 | -6.3% | $240 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/04/2025 09/04/25 | For Sale | $160,000 | +204.8% | $256 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/26/2016 08/26/16 | Sold | $52,501 | 0.0% | $84 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/03/2016 08/03/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/07/2016 06/07/16 | For Sale | $52,500 | -- | $84 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $43,300 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $83,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $50,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $16,750 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $67,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $48,450 | No Value Available |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 725580
APN: 100-12133000000
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