Welcome home to this charming Windsor Heights ranch offering hardwood floors, 2 bedrooms, and 1 full bath. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen with a comfortable, functional layout. Outside, enjoy a new deck and attractive stone accents that enhance the home's curb appeal. A great backyard and patio area are perfect for entertaining. The large 2-car detached garage adds valuable space for vehicles, storage, or projects. Ideally located near neighborhood restaurants, shopping, and with quick interstate access, this home combines comfort, convenience, and classic appeal. Call today and make your appointment to tour.
For sale
$215,000
1504 61st St, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
7,579 Square Feet Lot
$198,900 Zestimate®
$299/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Attractive stone accentsComfortable functional layoutUpdated kitchenHardwood floorsNew deck
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Listed by:
Debbie Dierenfeld (515)991-6911,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 744108
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 720
- Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,579 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 54 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 10003531000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $299/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $206,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,886
- Date on market: 6/29/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$198,900
$187,000 - $209,000
$1,164/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000+38.7%$299/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #744108 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2020 | Sold | $155,000$215/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #616448 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2020 | Pending sale | $155,000$215/sqft |
Source: Attain RE #616448 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2020 | Price change | $155,000-3.1%$215/sqft |
Source: Attain RE #616448 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $160,000+13.9%$222/sqft |
Source: Attain RE #616448 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2018 | Sold | $140,500+0.4%$195/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #558314 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2018 | Pending sale | $140,000$194/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #558314 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $140,000+19.1%$194/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #558314 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2016 | Sold | $117,500$163/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #516186 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2016 | Pending sale | $117,500$163/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #516186 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2016 | Price change | $117,500-4.1%$163/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #516186 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2016 | Listed for sale | $122,500+27.6%$170/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #516186 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2010 | Sold | $96,000$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,710 +2% | $206,200 +11.6% |
| 2024 | $3,636 -3.1% | $184,800 |
| 2023 | $3,752 +0.8% | $184,800 +16.1% |
| 2022 | $3,724 +11.1% | $159,200 |
| 2021 | $3,352 -3.6% | $159,200 +11.4% |
| 2020 | $3,476 +9.2% | $142,900 |
| 2019 | $3,184 +1.2% | $142,900 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $3,146 | $127,000 |
| 2017 | $3,146 +14.9% | $127,000 +12.8% |
| 2016 | $2,738 | $112,600 |
| 2015 | $2,738 +12.5% | $112,600 +8.3% |
| 2014 | $2,434 | $104,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $104,000 -10.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $116,100 +15.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $100,200 -7.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $108,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $108,600 +3.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $105,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $105,100 +13.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $92,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $92,300 +8.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $85,190 +16.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $73,320 |
| 2001 | -- | $73,320 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cowles Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50311
- Merle Hay
- 1504 61st St
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