Liz Lashier
NextHome Your Way
(515) 512-4526
151 Total Sales
3 in Merle Hay
$195K - $240K Price Range
3220 59th St Des Moines, IA 50322
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $200,000 - $226,560
2
Beds
1
Bath
996
Sq Ft
$215/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.41 Acre Lot
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of October 2025Discover the cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home nestled on a generous 0.4+ acre lot, providing an amazing amount of outdoor space. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will adore the massive 600 sq ft garage, while everyone can enjoy the nice deck and expansive yard. The interior boasts a great-sized living area and a formal dining room, featuring charming hardwood floors on the first level, all under a newer roof.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,710
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 18,042 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 93x194
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 996 Sq Ft Home
- Dining Area
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10002865000000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2025
Closed on
Oct 23, 2025
Sold by
Simon Joseph R
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Allen Lundgren
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Ky Zen
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$220,000
Sold Price
$205,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-6.82%
Views
103
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,890
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.06%
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Outstanding Balance
$7,484
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$206,406
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 20, 2016
Closed on
Jul 7, 2016
Sold by
Estate Of James E Hankins
Bought by
Simon Joseph R
Seller's Agent
Craig Harwood
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Allen Lundgren
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$132,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-2.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.85%
Original Mortgage
$128,040
Interest Rate
3.41%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 1999
Sold by
Dennis Rita Kay
Bought by
Hankins James
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 14, 1997
Sold by
Baker Martha A
Bought by
Hankins James E and Dennis Rita K
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Merle Hay, IA
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Liz Lashier
-
Kris Mehmen
Kris Mehmen
RE/MAX Precision
(515) 400-4689
78 Total Sales
1 in Merle Hay
$240,000 Price
-
Heather Rawlins
Heather Rawlins
Iowa Realty Colfax
(515) 219-8941
289 Total Sales
1 in Merle Hay
$222,500 Price
-
Ross Peterson
Ross Peterson
Agency Iowa
(515) 461-7245
90 Total Sales
3 in Merle Hay
$175K - $243K Price Range
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Darson Grantham
Darson Grantham
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(641) 247-4098
238 Total Sales
11 in Merle Hay
$115K - $340K Price Range
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Angela Veatch
Angela Veatch
RE/MAX Revolution
(515) 489-4285
46 Total Sales
1 in Merle Hay
$200,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $205,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Simon Joseph R | $132,000 | None Available | |
| Hankins James | -- | -- | |
| Hankins James E | $76,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $10,000 | ||
| Open | Lin Aw | $198,850 | |
| Previous Owner | Simon Joseph R | $30,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simon Joseph R | $140,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simon Joseph R | $119,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simon Joseph R | $20,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simon Joseph | $128,040 | |
| Previous Owner | Hankins James | $93,825 | |
| Previous Owner | Hankins James E | $10,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hankins James E | $103,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 10/24/25 | Sold | $205,000 | -2.4% | $206 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/15/2025 09/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/25/2025 08/25/25 | Price Changed | $210,000 | -4.5% | $211 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/21/2025 07/21/25 | For Sale | $220,000 | +66.7% | $221 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/11/2016 07/11/16 | Sold | $132,000 | -2.2% | $133 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/11/2016 07/11/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/20/2016 05/20/16 | For Sale | $135,000 | -- | $136 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | $3,504 | $213,800 | $61,800 | $152,000 |
| 2024 | $3,504 | $188,600 | $55,800 | $132,800 |
| 2023 | $3,512 | $188,600 | $55,800 | $132,800 |
| 2022 | $3,484 | $157,900 | $48,500 | $109,400 |
| 2021 | $3,396 | $157,900 | $48,500 | $109,400 |
| 2020 | $3,524 | $144,700 | $44,300 | $100,400 |
| 2019 | $3,268 | $144,700 | $44,300 | $100,400 |
| 2018 | $3,230 | $130,100 | $39,000 | $91,100 |
| 2017 | $2,866 | $130,100 | $39,000 | $91,100 |
| 2016 | $2,784 | $117,700 | $34,800 | $82,900 |
| 2015 | $2,784 | $117,700 | $34,800 | $82,900 |
| 2014 | $2,786 | $116,900 | $33,900 | $83,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Allen Lundgren
AL
Seller's Agent in 2025
Allen Lundgren
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 451-3066
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
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Ky Zen
KZ
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ky Zen
RE/MAX
(515) 612-2799
3 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
CH
Seller's Agent in 2016
Craig Harwood
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 722736
APN: 100-02865000000
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