1918 55th St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
981
Sq Ft
7,785
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- 2-minute walk to Franklin Park
About This Home
As of May 2024Sold as is.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,366
Year Built
- Built in 1946
Lot Details
- 7,785 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 54.9x141.7
- Property is zoned N3A
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- 981 Sq Ft Home
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10001548000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 15, 2023
Closed on
May 23, 2024
Sold by
Ahrens Kieron and Ahrens Morgan
Bought by
Mann Brad and Mann Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Alexandra Turner
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Kamerman
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
6.45%
Views
16
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.89%
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 15, 2023
Closed on
May 2, 2024
Sold by
Monahan James L
Bought by
Ahrens Kieron
Seller's Agent
Alexandra Turner
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Kamerman
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
6.45%
Views
16
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 23, 2021
Closed on
Apr 30, 2021
Sold by
Monahan Carol Ann and Reed Paul
Bought by
Ahrens Kieron
Seller's Agent
Matt Webb
Iowa Realty South
Buyer's Agent
Matt Webb
Iowa Realty South
List Price
$90,000
Sold Price
$90,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.83%
Original Mortgage
$88,369
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 6, 2005
Sold by
Blumer Genevieve A and Blumer Larry D
Bought by
Monahan James Larry and Monahan Carol Ann
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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 | $165,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Fiduciary Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $90,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $188,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $88,369 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $4,500 | Stand Alone Second |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | For Sale | $260,000 | 0.0% | $265 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2025 06/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | For Sale | $260,000 | +57.6% | $265 / Sq Ft |
| 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 |
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 | $3,366 | $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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jessica Kamerman
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jessica Kamerman
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 505-2800
3 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2024
Alexandra Turner
Keller Williams Realty GDM
-
Matt Webb
M
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: 625546
APN: 100-01548000000
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