Move-in ready ranch in a quiet west-side neighborhood — single-level living with room to spread out. Inside, you’ll find an updated galley-style kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, painted cabinetry, and modern backsplash. The front living room welcomes you with fresh flooring and great natural light, while the oversized family room in back steals the show — complete with a cozy brick fireplace and plenty of space for entertaining, home workouts, or play. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms keep the layout simple and functional, and the attached 1-car garage offers rare convenience at this price point. The fenced backyard includes patio space and room for pets or a small garden. Just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and easy access to Hickman Rd and I-235 — this home delivers practical comfort in a great location.
For sale
Price cut: $10.9K (6/19)
$209,000
1917 59th St, Des Moines, IA 50322
3beds
1,464sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,795 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$143/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern backsplashPatio spaceOversized family roomTwo bathroomsGreat natural lightUpdated galley-style kitchenFresh flooring
- 245 days |
- 1,001 |
- 86 |
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Listed by:
Darson Grantham (641)745-0156,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Eric Fitzgerald 507-382-1570,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 729426
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,464
- Total interior livable area: 1,464 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,795 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 136
Details
- Parcel number: 10008722000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Poured, Slab
- 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: $143/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $213,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,021
- Date on market: 10/31/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 245 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $209,000-5%$143/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Price change | $219,900-3.6%$150/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $228,000+6%$156/sqft |
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| 8/20/2024 | Price change | $215,000-6.5%$147/sqft |
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| 8/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $229,900$157/sqft |
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| 8/12/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/12/2024 | Price change | $229,900-5%$157/sqft |
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| 6/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $242,000-1.6%$165/sqft |
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| 3/28/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/2/2024 | Price change | $246,000-2.4%$168/sqft |
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| 11/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $252,000$172/sqft |
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| 11/9/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/3/2023 | Price change | $252,000-3.1%$172/sqft |
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| 9/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $260,000+256.2%$178/sqft |
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| 1/29/2003 | Sold | $73,000$50/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,834 +2% | $213,700 +11.9% |
| 2024 | $3,758 -5.9% | $191,000 |
| 2023 | $3,994 +0.8% | $191,000 +12.7% |
| 2022 | $3,964 +4.7% | $169,500 |
| 2021 | $3,786 -3.7% | $169,500 +11.7% |
| 2020 | $3,932 +8.1% | $151,700 |
| 2019 | $3,636 +1% | $151,700 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $3,600 | $135,300 |
| 2017 | $3,600 +14.1% | $135,300 +13% |
| 2016 | $3,154 | $119,700 |
| 2015 | $3,154 +5.9% | $119,700 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $2,978 | $116,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $116,300 -10.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $129,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $129,700 +2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $127,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $127,000 +3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $122,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $122,800 +11.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $109,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $109,800 +50.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $73,070 +12% |
| 2002 | -- | $65,250 |
| 2001 | -- | $65,250 |
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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
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50322
- Merle Hay
- 1917 59th St







