This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow in the heart of Des Moines has the right size in all the right places. You are greeted by a large mudroom that transitions into a flex room off the kitchen. The kitchen is welcoming with great counter space, a gas stove, and new appliances. Off the kitchen is the oversized living room. The primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a tiled shower! Fully fenced-in yard with an oversized garage. Don't miss out on this opportunity to start the next chapter on the right foot. Call today to schedule an appointment!
Pending
$259,900
1822 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,373sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$189/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 155 days |
- 68 |
- 2 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Travis Irvin (515)778-2511,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 730498
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,373
- Total interior livable area: 1,373 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 350
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Features
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 127
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10009693000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
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: $189/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $220,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,145
- Date on market: 11/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 215 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/14/2026 | Pending sale | $259,900$189/sqft |
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| 11/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,900+92.5%$189/sqft |
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| 8/22/2024 | Sold | $135,000$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,292 -1.7% | $220,300 +12.2% |
| 2024 | $3,348 -10.1% | $196,300 |
| 2023 | $3,726 +0.8% | $196,300 +15.2% |
| 2022 | $3,696 +4.9% | $170,400 |
| 2021 | $3,522 -3.6% | $170,400 +11.4% |
| 2020 | $3,652 +8.8% | $153,000 |
| 2019 | $3,358 +1.3% | $153,000 +11.9% |
| 2018 | $3,316 | $136,700 |
| 2017 | $3,316 +16.3% | $136,700 +13.6% |
| 2016 | $2,852 | $120,300 |
| 2015 | $2,852 +16.4% | $120,300 +11.4% |
| 2014 | $2,450 | $108,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $108,000 -10.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $120,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $120,300 -8.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $131,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $131,800 +3.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $127,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $127,400 +11.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $113,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $113,900 +8.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $105,350 +14.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $92,050 |
| 2001 | -- | $92,050 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Merle Hay
- 1822 55th St






