3924 55th St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
912
Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Family Room
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of April 2018PRICED NEARLY $30,000 BELOW ASSESSED VALUE!! This is a great investment or handy man opportunity. 3 bedroom 1 bath ranch blocks from Merle Hay Mall. Original hardwood floors throughout most of the main living area. Large eat-in kitchen. Basement is unfinished and has already been reinforced with foundation beams. Nearly 1/3 of an acre with fenced in back yard. Home is in need of some TLC but priced accordingly!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 90x140
- Property is zoned R1-60
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 912 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10000990000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2022
Sold by
Sell Now Iowa Llc
Bought by
Bassett Dena Rose
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 9, 2018
Closed on
Apr 16, 2018
Sold by
Callaway Cathryn B and Jennings Tim
Bought by
Hamby Marissa S
Seller's Agent
Eric Vetsch
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Emina Pajazetovic
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$168,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.12%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.01%
Original Mortgage
$164,957
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 28, 2016
Closed on
Mar 23, 2016
Sold by
Robbins Nicholas J and Robbins Jill Renee
Bought by
Callaway Cathryn B and Jennings Tim
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Lee
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Eric Vetsch
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$73,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,400
-8.01%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
52.14%
Original Mortgage
$58,800
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 29, 2015
Sold by
Citibank Na
Bought by
Robbins Nicholas J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2015
Sold by
Emery Audrey J and Emery Greg E
Bought by
Citibank Na
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2007
Sold by
Mcfadden Tamara M and Mc Connell Drew
Bought by
Emery Greg E and Emery Audrey J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,200
Interest Rate
9.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2002
Sold by
Bean Jeffrey S and Bean Tracy L
Bought by
Mcfadden Tamara M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$93,758
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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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 | $145,000 | Hubbard Law Firm Pc | |
| Warranty Deed | $168,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $73,500 | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $65,100 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $70,700 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $117,500 | Itc | |
| Warranty Deed | $94,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $9,156 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $164,957 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $58,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $106,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $93,758 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | Price Changed | $230,000 | -2.1% | $252 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | For Sale | $235,000 | +39.9% | $258 / Sq Ft |
| 04/18/2018 04/18/18 | Sold | $168,000 | -1.1% | $184 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2018 04/17/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/09/2018 03/09/18 | For Sale | $169,900 | +131.2% | $186 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2016 04/28/16 | Sold | $73,500 | -8.0% | $81 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2016 03/30/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/28/2016 01/28/16 | For Sale | $79,900 | -- | $88 / 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 | $4,028 | $204,800 | $45,800 | $159,000 |
| 2023 | $4,074 | $204,800 | $45,800 | $159,000 |
| 2022 | $4,044 | $172,900 | $40,200 | $132,700 |
| 2021 | $4,046 | $172,900 | $40,200 | $132,700 |
| 2020 | $4,202 | $162,100 | $37,500 | $124,600 |
| 2019 | $3,190 | $162,100 | $37,500 | $124,600 |
| 2018 | $3,240 | $118,700 | $26,300 | $92,400 |
| 2017 | $3,084 | $121,800 | $32,900 | $88,900 |
| 2016 | $3,004 | $114,000 | $29,400 | $84,600 |
| 2015 | $3,004 | $114,000 | $29,400 | $84,600 |
| 2014 | $2,564 | $108,500 | $27,500 | $81,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ingrid Williams
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ingrid Williams
RE/MAX
(515) 216-0848
17 in this area
1,274 Total Sales
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Erin Glaza
E
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Erin Glaza
RE/MAX
1 in this area
82 Total Sales
-
Eric Vetsch
Seller's Agent in 2018
Eric Vetsch
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 803-2173
1 in this area
71 Total Sales
-
Emina Pajazetovic
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Emina Pajazetovic
RE/MAX
(515) 867-1949
7 in this area
305 Total Sales
-
Jonathan Lee
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jonathan Lee
RE/MAX
(515) 306-5958
1 in this area
130 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 510702
APN: 100-00990000000
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