Step into this beautifully reimagined 3-bedroom, 1-bath home where modern updates and cozy charm come together effortlessly. Sunlight dances across gorgeous LVP flooring in the main living spaces, while plush new carpet creates warm and restful retreats in each bedroom. The thoughtfully refreshed kitchen is equal parts stylish and inviting, featuring new countertops, appliances, and a stunning mosaic backsplash that adds the perfect touch of personality. New bedroom windows invite in the summer breeze, and updated light fixtures throughout give the home a bright, cheerful glow.
Outside, the brand-new front deck is ready for morning coffee or evening sunsets, while the fully fenced backyard offers space to relax, garden, or entertain. Behind the scenes, you?ll appreciate the peace of mind that comes with newer mechanicals (2024) and a new basement support and waterproofing system with transferable warranty. The oversized 1-car garage shines with new siding and a new garage door installed in 2024. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated, making this move-in-ready gem as practical as it is enchanting.
All information obtained from seller and public records.
Pending
$238,500
3846 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
988sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
8,407 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated light fixtures throughoutThoughtfully refreshed kitchenStunning mosaic backsplashNew countertops
- 15 days |
- 73 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amy Dempsey (323)204-1936,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741447
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 988
- Total interior livable area: 988 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 8,407 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 140
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10001052000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1956
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: $241/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $205,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,600
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Pending sale | $238,500$241/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #741447 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $238,500+87.1%$241/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #741447 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2008 | Listing removed | $127,500$129/sqft |
Source: Point2 #332061 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2008 | Listed for sale | $127,500+56.4%$129/sqft |
Source: Point2 #325109 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2005 | Sold | $81,500-25.6%$82/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2003 | Sold | $109,500$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,600 +2% | $205,200 +14.4% |
| 2024 | $3,528 -1.9% | $179,300 |
| 2023 | $3,598 +0.7% | $179,300 +17.4% |
| 2022 | $3,572 -0.1% | $152,700 |
| 2021 | $3,576 -3.8% | $152,700 +6.6% |
| 2020 | $3,716 -1.1% | $143,300 |
| 2019 | $3,758 +1% | $143,300 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $3,720 | $139,800 |
| 2017 | $3,720 +11.2% | $139,800 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $3,344 | $126,900 |
| 2015 | $3,344 +7.5% | $126,900 +4.4% |
| 2014 | $3,112 | $121,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $121,500 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $122,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $122,200 -10.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $136,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $136,100 +7.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $126,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $126,700 +10.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $114,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $114,900 +12.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $102,120 +1.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $100,570 |
| 2001 | -- | $100,570 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Merle Hay
- 3846 56th St
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