2716 53rd St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,883/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Wood Flooring
- Den
- Arts and Crafts Architecture
- No HOA
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
Remarkable craftsman style 2 story! This home was rebuilt from the ground up in 2011 & sits on a .30 acre treed lot with fenced back yard. Lovely covered porch, covered Trex deck & a circular, concrete patio were recently added. Wooden she-shed has many uses. 2 car attached garage is a pass through for ease with mowers, lawn furniture & outdoor toys. Interior has just as much character! Laundry room & 1/2 bath are off the hall next to the stunning kitchen. Kitchen island provides seating for 4. Living area fireplace can be for wood or gas. Formal dining room is conveniently located next to the living & kitchen areas. Entering the front door with sidelights, you'll find a drop zone & office/den. You'll love the Brazillian wood, tile & slate floors, white trim & doors. Open stairs with a landing & big window leads to the 2nd story. Large primary bedroom has a walk-in closet, full bath with elevated dual vanities & tiled walk-in shower. There's an additional full bath & 2 more bedrooms. HVAC new in 2021. Professionally installed top grade blinds and shutters. New exterior paint 2021.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,951
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 63.5x205
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Chain Link Fence
Home Design
- Arts and Crafts Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- 2,192 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Shades
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Covered Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10003894002000
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 | $7,346 | $421,300 | $55,800 | $365,500 |
| 2024 | $7,346 | $373,400 | $48,700 | $324,700 |
| 2023 | $6,750 | $373,400 | $48,700 | $324,700 |
| 2022 | $6,666 | $313,700 | $42,400 | $271,300 |
| 2021 | $6,368 | $312,300 | $42,400 | $269,900 |
| 2020 | $6,540 | $296,100 | $40,200 | $255,900 |
| 2019 | $5,592 | $293,200 | $40,200 | $253,000 |
| 2018 | $5,304 | $262,700 | $35,200 | $227,500 |
| 2017 | $4,248 | $262,700 | $35,200 | $227,500 |
| 2016 | $3,774 | $233,800 | $31,000 | $202,800 |
| 2015 | $3,774 | $233,800 | $31,000 | $202,800 |
| 2014 | $3,234 | $217,300 | $28,500 | $188,800 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | Price Changed | $420,000 | -1.8% | $192 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/20/2025 08/20/25 | For Sale | $427,500 | +67.6% | $195 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/15/2017 12/15/17 | Sold | $255,000 | 0.0% | $116 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/15/2017 12/15/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/30/2017 10/30/17 | For Sale | $255,000 | +13.3% | $116 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/11/2015 02/11/15 | Sold | $225,000 | 0.0% | $103 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/11/2015 02/11/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/06/2014 10/06/14 | For Sale | $225,000 | -- | $103 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $1,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $255,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $225,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $79,500 | Itc | |
| Warranty Deed | $74,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $204,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $213,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $72,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 724682
APN: 100-03894002000
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