NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4729 E Merced St Des Moines, IA 50317

Capitol Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $325,326 - $330,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,491 Sq Ft
$220/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 2, 2026

Last sale price $330,000 $221 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,144 / mo

175 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of March 2026

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Hibbs

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

LPT Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Dan Ray

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,207

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 0.3

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Poured Concrete
  • 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
  • 13,263 Sq Ft 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

0.3 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 233.67
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 221.33
  • 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
  • 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

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

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2025
Closed on
Feb 28, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jim Hibbs
LPT Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Dan Ray
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-8.31%
Views
87
Current Estimated Value
$327,332

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,668
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.33%
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Outstanding Balance
$184,818
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$142,514

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$163,200
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,800
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$330,000 None Listed On Document
$149,500 Itc
$31,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $185,000
Previous Owner $163,200
Previous Owner $148,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/02/2026 03/02/26 Sold $330,000 -5.3% $221 / Sq Ft
01/28/2026 01/28/26 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Price Changed $348,400 -0.4% $234 / Sq Ft
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Price Changed $349,900 -1.4% $235 / Sq Ft
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®

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 $4,866 $271,000 $68,100 $202,900
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

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jim Hibbs

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Jim Hibbs

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 218-5757

    1 in this area

    91 Total Sales

    Jim Hibbs
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Dan Ray

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (248) 930-3156

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Dan Ray
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Map

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

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