
1918 55th St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $169,000 - $216,468
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Wood Flooring
- Covered patio or porch
- 2-minute walk to Franklin Park
About This Home
As of May 2024Check out this great starter home or investment property in a great location! Located just outside of Beaverdale, north of Waveland & centrally located in the northwest area of Des Moines, this 2 bedroom ranch with an oversized & insulated 2+ car garage is sure to please. Sitting on a good size lot, this would make a great first home or rental property. Entering through the front door, you have a nicely sized living room with luxury vinyl plank flooring which enters into a cute dining area. The kitchen has painted cabinets, stainless appliances & a gas stove. On the other side of the home is the 2 bedrooms separated by a full bathroom. Downstairs is full of potential for future finish or plenty of shop space. Outside is the big 2 car garage which is insulated & air conditioned, & a furnace which needs some work but exists for future upgrades. There is also a covered patio area to enjoy which leads into the back of the home. Schedule your showing today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Alexandra Turner
Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 09/15/2023

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,308
Year Built
- Built in 1946
Lot Details
- 7,785 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 54.9x141.7
- Property is zoned N3B
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 981 Sq Ft Home
- Dining Area
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Additional Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10001548000000
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Mann Brad | $165,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Ahrens Kieron | -- | None Listed On Document | |
Ahrens Kieron | $90,000 | None Available | |
Monahan James Larry | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Closed | Mann Brad | $188,000 | |
Previous Owner | Ahrens Kieron | $25,000 | |
Previous Owner | Ahrens Kieron | $88,369 | |
Previous Owner | Ahrens Kieron | $4,500 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/24/2024 05/24/24 | Sold | $165,000 | +6.5% | $168 / Sq Ft |
09/20/2023 09/20/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/15/2023 09/15/23 | For Sale | $155,000 | +72.2% | $158 / Sq Ft |
04/30/2021 04/30/21 | Sold | $90,000 | 0.0% | $92 / Sq Ft |
04/30/2021 04/30/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/23/2021 03/23/21 | For Sale | $90,000 | -- | $92 / Sq Ft |
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 | $3,366 | $171,100 | $54,200 | $116,900 |
2023 | $3,308 | $171,100 | $54,200 | $116,900 |
2022 | $3,284 | $140,400 | $46,200 | $94,200 |
2021 | $2,867 | $140,400 | $46,200 | $94,200 |
2020 | $2,930 | $125,200 | $40,800 | $84,400 |
2019 | $3,290 | $125,200 | $40,800 | $84,400 |
2018 | $3,250 | $134,200 | $36,800 | $97,400 |
2017 | $3,028 | $134,200 | $36,800 | $97,400 |
2016 | $2,942 | $123,700 | $33,300 | $90,400 |
2015 | $2,942 | $123,700 | $33,300 | $90,400 |
2014 | $2,614 | $114,400 | $30,400 | $84,000 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Alexandra Turner
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 330-7418
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Jessica Kamerman
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 505-2800
2 in this area
40 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Matt Webb
Iowa Realty South
(515) 669-9756
1 in this area
72 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 682176

APN: 100-01548000000