This well-maintained ranch combines comfortable living with a newer 3-stall garage that truly sets it apart. Whether you need extra parking, room for projects, a workshop or simply great storage, the garage adds flexibility that's hard to find. The 2 bedroom, 1 bath home features original hardwood floors, newer windows and fresh paint inside and out. The updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, custom cabinetry and newer appliances, complemented by an updated full bath. You'll also appreciate the brand-new roof and full basement with plenty of usable storage space and potential to finish. Enjoy outdoor living from the front deck or covered back deck. A 13-month HWA Home Warranty is included for added peace of mind.
Pending
$164,000
1820 Lay St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
640sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
5,488 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original hardwood floorsUpdated kitchenQuartz countertopsNewer windowsCovered back deckBrand-new roofFront deck
- 12 days
- 28
- 3
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Samantha Hammer (515)689-7668,
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 748859
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 640
- Total interior livable area: 640 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 5,488 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 110
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06002443000000
- Zoning: N3B
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: 1957
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: $256/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $146,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,767
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 20 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Pending sale | $164,000$256/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #748859 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $164,000+311%$256/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #748859 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/1996 | Sold | $39,900+28.7%$62/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/1993 | Sold | $31,000$48/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,062 +2.3% | $146,800 +13.4% |
| 2024 | $2,016 +20.6% | $129,400 |
| 2023 | $1,672 +0.8% | $129,400 +34.4% |
| 2022 | $1,658 +9.4% | $96,300 |
| 2021 | $1,516 -3.4% | $96,300 +12.2% |
| 2020 | $1,570 +23.4% | $85,800 |
| 2019 | $1,272 +1.4% | $85,800 +18.7% |
| 2018 | $1,254 | $72,300 |
| 2017 | $1,254 +7.5% | $72,300 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $1,166 | $69,400 |
| 2015 | $1,166 -1.2% | $69,400 +26.2% |
| 2014 | $1,180 | $55,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $55,000 -11.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $61,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $61,900 -0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $62,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $62,400 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $60,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $60,600 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $56,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $56,400 +13.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $49,850 +12.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $44,230 |
| 2001 | -- | $44,230 |
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Neighborhood: Fairmont Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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