3912 53rd St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,318/month
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Sun or Florida Room
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
- Property is Fully Fenced
About This Home
Welcome to easy living on one floor in this beautifully refreshed home in the heart of the Merle Hay neighborhood of Des Moines! Very updated throughout, including a stylish kitchen with sleek new appliances, modern finishes, and just the right amount of charm.
You'll love the arched doorways that add character and flow from room to room, a nicely updated bathroom, and a layout that’s both functional and inviting. Outside, enjoy a large backyard perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your dream outdoor space.
Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this one hits the target!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,100
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60x140
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
- Property is zoned N3B
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 828 Sq Ft Home
- No Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10000895000000
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 | $3,100 | $178,200 | $47,700 | $130,500 |
| 2024 | $3,100 | $157,600 | $41,500 | $116,100 |
| 2023 | $3,186 | $157,600 | $41,500 | $116,100 |
| 2022 | $3,162 | $135,200 | $36,500 | $98,700 |
| 2021 | $3,172 | $135,200 | $36,500 | $98,700 |
| 2020 | $3,296 | $127,100 | $34,000 | $93,100 |
| 2019 | $3,042 | $127,100 | $34,000 | $93,100 |
| 2018 | $3,012 | $113,200 | $29,800 | $83,400 |
| 2017 | $2,788 | $113,200 | $29,800 | $83,400 |
| 2016 | $2,716 | $103,100 | $26,700 | $76,400 |
| 2015 | $2,716 | $103,100 | $26,700 | $76,400 |
| 2014 | $2,636 | $99,200 | $25,300 | $73,900 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Price Changed | $200,000 | -2.4% | $242 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/13/2025 08/13/25 | Price Changed | $205,000 | -2.4% | $248 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/29/2025 07/29/25 | Price Changed | $210,000 | -2.3% | $254 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | For Sale | $215,000 | +461.4% | $260 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/23/2015 06/23/15 | Sold | $38,300 | -10.9% | $46 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/24/2015 04/24/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/03/2015 02/03/15 | For Sale | $43,000 | -- | $52 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $170,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $170,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $45,000 | Attorney | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $58,650 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $103,000 | First American | |
| Warranty Deed | $84,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $33,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $124,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $124,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $101,900 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $67,920 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $32,300 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $12,735 | No Value Available |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 721708
APN: 100-00895000000
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