Welcome to this charming home in the highly sought-after Beaverdale neighborhood, known for its tree-lined streets, character homes, and unbeatable location. Situated just minutes from local favorites like Simon's, you'll enjoy convenient access to dining, shopping, and everything this vibrant community has to offer.
Inside, the home offers a comfortable layout with inviting living spaces and plenty of natural light throughout. A recently updated 3/4 bathroom adds modern appeal and functionality, providing a fresh, move-in-ready feel.
Whether you're relaxing at home or exploring the neighborhood, this property offers the perfect blend of charm, updates, and location. Don't miss your opportunity to own in one of Des Moines most desirable areas!
Additional parking.
Shed stays.
For sale
$212,500
1901 59th St, Des Moines, IA 50322
2beds
860sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
8,624 Square Feet Lot
$206,800 Zestimate®
$247/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Character homesComfortable layoutInviting living spacesFresh move-in-ready feelShed staysTree-lined streets
- 64 days |
- 199 |
- 4 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
A.J. Anderson (515)202-6173,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739320
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 860
- Total interior livable area: 860 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 8,624 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 80 x 108
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10008726000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $247/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $181,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,598
- Date on market: 4/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 63 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$206,800
$196,000 - $217,000
$1,372/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $212,500+28.8%$247/sqft |
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| 6/30/2021 | Sold | $165,000+10.4%$192/sqft |
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| 5/3/2021 | Pending sale | $149,500$174/sqft |
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| 4/28/2021 | Listed for sale | $149,500+30%$174/sqft |
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| 6/29/2016 | Sold | $115,000-2.5%$134/sqft |
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| 4/28/2016 | Price change | $117,900-1.8%$137/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #511319 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2015 | Price change | $120,000-4.7%$140/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #501525 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2015 | Listed for sale | $125,900+10%$146/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #501525 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2010 | Sold | $114,500-0.3%$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2010 | Pending sale | $114,900$134/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #368945 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2010 | Listed for sale | $114,900+35.2%$134/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #368945 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2003 | Sold | $85,000+17.2%$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/1999 | Sold | $72,500$84/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,598 -2.7% | $181,200 +12% |
| 2024 | $2,670 -13.9% | $161,800 |
| 2023 | $3,100 -1.7% | $161,800 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $3,154 +5.2% | $143,800 |
| 2021 | $2,998 -3.5% | $143,800 +11.7% |
| 2020 | $3,108 +9.1% | $128,700 |
| 2019 | $2,848 +1.2% | $128,700 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $2,814 | $114,500 |
| 2017 | $2,814 +15.7% | $114,500 +13.4% |
| 2016 | $2,432 | $101,000 |
| 2015 | $2,432 +6.5% | $101,000 +3% |
| 2014 | $2,284 | $98,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $98,100 -10.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $109,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $109,400 +2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $107,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $107,200 +3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $103,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $103,700 +8.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $95,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $95,600 +11.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $85,410 +9.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hillis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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
- 50322
- Merle Hay
- 1901 59th St







