Welcome to your new home in the desirable Merle Hay neighborhood! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom gem boasts over 1300 square feet of finished living space. Major updates have been done for your peace of mind, including new windows and doors, sewer line replacement, radon mitigation and a freshly paved driveway leading to the one stall detached garage. You will love the charm of the wood floors throughout the main level which features three bedrooms, a full bath and eat-in kitchen. Venture downstairs to discover a fully finished basement, complete with a living area, a full bathroom, and an additional bedroom offering even more living space. Step outside onto the brand-new deck overlooking a spacious, flat, fenced-in yard – a perfect space for outdoor activities, pets or gardening. Located in the heart of the Merle Hay neighborhood, you'll enjoy easy access to schools, parks, shopping, dining, and more! Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this house your own. Schedule a showing today!
Sold for $228,000
$228,000
1920 59th St, Des Moines, IA 50322
4beds
768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
7,274 Square Feet Lot
$243,000 Zestimate®
$297/sqft
$1,605 Estimated rent
Home value
$243,000
$231,000 - $255,000
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Perfect spaceNew windowsBrand - new deckFreshly paved drivewayAdditional bedroomEasy access to schools
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Listed by:
Tynesha Haynes (515)525-8251,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 694879
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 768
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 537
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,274 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 52 x 140
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10008731000000
- 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: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $297/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $198,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,384
- Date on market: 5/8/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2024 | Sold | $228,000+1.4%$297/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #694879 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2024 | Pending sale | $224,900$293/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #694879 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $224,900+33.9%$293/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #694879 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2021 | Sold | $167,900$219/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #629442 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2021 | Pending sale | $167,900$219/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #629442 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $167,900+33.3%$219/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2013 | Sold | $126,000-3.1%$164/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #416446 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2013 | Listed for sale | $130,000+5.3%$169/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #416446 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2010 | Sold | $123,500-2.7%$161/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2010 | Listed for sale | $126,900+59.6%$165/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #372814 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2004 | Sold | $79,500$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,506 +8.6% | $198,600 +13.7% |
| 2024 | $3,228 -4.6% | $174,600 |
| 2023 | $3,384 +0.8% | $174,600 +14.5% |
| 2022 | $3,358 +4.9% | $152,500 |
| 2021 | $3,200 -3.6% | $152,500 +11.5% |
| 2020 | $3,318 +9.4% | $136,800 |
| 2019 | $3,034 +1.2% | $136,800 +12.7% |
| 2018 | $2,998 | $121,400 |
| 2017 | $2,998 +15% | $121,400 +12.7% |
| 2016 | $2,608 | $107,700 |
| 2015 | $2,608 -1.3% | $107,700 +4.4% |
| 2014 | $2,642 | $103,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $103,200 -10.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $114,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $114,900 +9.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $104,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $104,600 +3.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $101,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $101,100 +8.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $92,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $92,900 +9.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $84,870 +10.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,000 |
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Neighborhood: Merle Hay
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GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Hillis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt 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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