1721 57th Place Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
868
Sq Ft
8,085
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 June 2025Great updated starter home in convenient location. Some features of the home 2 car detached garage, fenced backyard, finished lower level and nice kitchen. Easy to show.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,584
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 8,085 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 55x147
- Wood Fence
- Chain Link Fence
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 868 Sq Ft Home
- Dining Area
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Cooktop
- 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 10009828000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2025
Closed on
May 30, 2025
Sold by
Dowie Christopher D
Bought by
Mahan John Rion and Mahan Ann Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Alan Donahoe
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Katelyn Stiles
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$229,900
Sold Price
$224,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.17%
Views
97
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-16.10%
Original Mortgage
$213,655
Outstanding Balance
$213,655
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$9,671
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2019
Sold by
Dowie Laurie E and Porter Laurie E
Bought by
Dowie Laurie E and Dowie Christopher D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 1991
Sold by
Porter William H
Bought by
Porter Laurie E
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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 | $225,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $213,655 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $43,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $103,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $73,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $54,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Sold | $224,900 | 0.0% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2025 03/26/25 | Price Changed | $224,900 | -2.2% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 03/05/2025 03/05/25 | For Sale | $229,900 | -- | $265 / 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 | $3,378 | $189,200 | $43,500 | $145,700 |
| 2023 | $3,660 | $189,200 | $43,500 | $145,700 |
| 2022 | $3,630 | $164,200 | $39,200 | $125,000 |
| 2021 | $3,466 | $164,200 | $39,200 | $125,000 |
| 2020 | $3,596 | $147,500 | $34,900 | $112,600 |
| 2019 | $3,292 | $147,500 | $34,900 | $112,600 |
| 2018 | $3,252 | $131,000 | $30,500 | $100,500 |
| 2017 | $2,912 | $131,000 | $30,500 | $100,500 |
| 2016 | $2,832 | $116,200 | $26,600 | $89,600 |
| 2015 | $2,832 | $116,200 | $26,600 | $89,600 |
| 2014 | $2,656 | $108,700 | $24,500 | $84,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alan Donahoe
A
Seller's Agent in 2025
Alan Donahoe
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 669-9209
2 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
Katelyn Stiles
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Katelyn Stiles
RE/MAX
(515) 720-1653
1 in this area
77 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 712905
APN: 100-09828000000
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