$354,900
$5K PRICE DROP

4729 E Merced St Des Moines, IA 50317

Capitol Heights Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,364/month

Total Views 2,285
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,491 Sq Ft
$238 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Family Room Downstairs

About This Home

This home has all the space you’ve been looking for tucked away in quiet east side neighborhood! This ranch home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms up plus a fourth bedroom and bath in the basement. There's plenty of room for guests, a home office, or whatever fits your lifestyle.
And if you need storage or a place to tinker, check out the huge two-car garage, ideal for hobbies, tools, or parking those BIG vehicles.
One of the best parts, the beautiful sunroom perfect for relaxing, hosting friends, or soaking up some sunshine year-round. Sitting on a spacious corner lot, you’ll love the extra yard space and the feeling of openness.
A great layout, lots of natural light, and flexible living space make this one easy to call home.

Listing Agent

Jim Hibbs

LPT Realty, LLC Listed on: 08/06/2025

LPT Realty, LLC

Co-Listing Agent

Peter Jones

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,207

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,491 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 0.3 Acre Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06007934261000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,207

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 238.03
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1323
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: 4 Season
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1491
  • Total Sq Ft: 1491

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3040
  • Lot S F: 13263
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06007934261000
  • Zoning: RES

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 5207.00
  • Net Taxes: 4997.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

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 $4,866 $253,400 $63,000 $190,400
2023 $4,592 $253,400 $63,000 $190,400
2022 $4,534 $202,400 $54,200 $148,200
2021 $4,688 $202,400 $54,200 $148,200
2020 $4,602 $199,100 $53,300 $145,800
2019 $4,314 $199,100 $53,300 $145,800
2018 $4,356 $180,000 $47,400 $132,600
2017 $4,496 $180,000 $47,400 $132,600
2016 $4,456 $171,600 $44,700 $126,900
2015 $4,456 $171,600 $44,700 $126,900
2014 $696 $165,000 $42,400 $122,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Price Changed $354,900 -1.4% $238 / Sq Ft
08/06/2025 08/06/25 For Sale $359,900 -- $241 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $149,500 Itc
Warranty Deed $31,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $181,600 No Value Available
Closed $35,000 New Conventional
Closed $148,000 New Conventional
Closed $6,000 New Conventional
Closed $153,600 Unknown
Closed $10,600 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $163,200 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $148,800 Construction
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 723733

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-07934261000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Capitol Heights

4729 E Merced St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 4729 E Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50317 and is currently priced at $354,900, approximately $238 per square foot. This property was built in 2006. 4729 E Merced St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Delaware Elementary School, Southeast Polk Spring Creek- 6th Grade, and Southeast Polk Junior High School.

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