1705 56th St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,550/month
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Fenced
About This Home
This adorable fully updated bungalow is in the perfect location and features an extra-large 2 car detached garage. In 2022, it underwent a full renovation that included an updated kitchen with contemporary features. You will LOVE the charm of the updated bathroom. Other updates include a 6-foot vinyl privacy fence that surrounds the backyard (2022), a new roof added in 2023 and a new dryer in 2024. The large front deck had new rungs and deck lattice put on in 2024. Blinds were added in 2022 and the garage door was replaced in 2024. The basement has a large living area and a cute non-conforming bedroom or workout room. You will absolutely love living in this charming home close to shopping and restaurants. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,816
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 6,621 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Property is zoned N3B
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 825 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10011761000000
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 | $3,582 | $202,800 | $40,700 | $162,100 |
| 2024 | $3,582 | $182,100 | $35,800 | $146,300 |
| 2023 | $3,710 | $182,100 | $35,800 | $146,300 |
| 2022 | $3,682 | $157,400 | $32,300 | $125,100 |
| 2021 | $3,526 | $157,400 | $32,300 | $125,100 |
| 2020 | $3,664 | $141,300 | $28,800 | $112,500 |
| 2019 | $3,378 | $141,300 | $28,800 | $112,500 |
| 2018 | $3,344 | $125,700 | $25,100 | $100,600 |
| 2017 | $3,022 | $125,700 | $25,100 | $100,600 |
| 2016 | $2,944 | $111,700 | $21,900 | $89,800 |
| 2015 | $2,944 | $111,700 | $21,900 | $89,800 |
| 2014 | $2,230 | $100,100 | $19,300 | $80,800 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 12/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/25/2025 09/25/25 | Price Changed | $235,000 | -1.5% | $285 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | For Sale | $238,500 | +12.2% | $289 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/22/2022 04/22/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/15/2022 04/15/22 | Sold | $212,500 | +6.3% | $258 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/23/2022 02/23/22 | For Sale | $199,900 | +149.9% | $242 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/01/2013 03/01/13 | Sold | $80,000 | -19.2% | $97 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/26/2013 02/26/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/02/2012 11/02/12 | For Sale | $99,000 | -- | $120 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $212,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $122,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $80,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $114,500 | Itc | |
| Warranty Deed | $88,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $81,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $192,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $104,080 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $64,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $85,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $89,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $73,800 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $3,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 725172
APN: 100-11761000000
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