3912 53rd St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,421/month
Total Views
2,697
3
Beds
1
Bath
828
Sq Ft
$254
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- No HOA
- 1-Story Property
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
- Ceiling Fan
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
- Fenced
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned N3B
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 828 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10000895000000
Map
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 04/24/2015 04/24/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/03/2015 02/03/15 | For Sale | $43,000 | -- | $52 / Sq Ft |
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $124,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $103,525 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $101,900 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $75,108 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $67,920 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $32,300 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $12,735 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 67917
APN: 100-00895000000
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