Investor Alert! This gutted ranch is the perfect spring project for someone looking to build equity in a great neighborhood. At 714 sq. ft., it's a manageable full-rehab opportunity with a major bonus: a massive double car garage. Bring your tools, your vision, and your expertise to bring this gem back to life. Perfect for a high-end rental or a sleek starter home. Sold as-is.
All property information and records have been sourced directly from the County Assessor's page.
Sold for $63,000
Zestimate®
$63,000
3921 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
714sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
8,407.08 Square Feet Lot
$63,000 Zestimate®
$88/sqft
$1,232 Estimated rent
Home value
$63,000
$60,000 - $66,000
$1,232/mo
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Massive double car garage
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Listed by:
Daniel Arredondo (515)253-3948,
EXIT Realty & Associates
Bought with:
Matt Cole
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739919
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air, See Remarks
Features
- See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 714
- Total interior livable area: 714 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Fencing: Chain Link,Other,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,407 sqft
- Dimensions: 60 x 140
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10000831000000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, See Remarks, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Sold | $63,000-21.3%$88/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #739919 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $80,000$112/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #739919 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $80,000+35.6%$112/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #739919 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $59,000+87.3%$83/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2014 | Sold | $31,500-12.3%$44/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #425763 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2013 | Price change | $35,900-7.7%$50/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #425763 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2013 | Price change | $38,900-13.4%$54/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #425763 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2013 | Listed for sale | $44,900$63/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #425763 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,362 +2.1% | $139,700 +106% |
| 2024 | $1,334 -25.2% | $67,800 |
| 2023 | $1,784 +0.8% | $67,800 -10.4% |
| 2022 | $1,770 -16.9% | $75,700 |
| 2021 | $2,130 -13.8% | $75,700 +5.6% |
| 2020 | $2,471 +8.6% | $71,700 |
| 2019 | $2,275 -1.3% | $71,700 +11.7% |
| 2018 | $2,305 +8.2% | $64,200 -19.9% |
| 2017 | $2,130 +10% | $80,100 +9% |
| 2016 | $1,936 | $73,500 |
| 2015 | $1,936 -6.7% | $73,500 +9.7% |
| 2014 | $2,076 | $67,000 -25.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $90,000 -0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $90,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $90,700 -11.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $102,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $102,700 +7.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $95,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $95,600 -2% |
| 2006 | -- | $97,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $97,600 +10.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $88,640 +10.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $80,490 |
| 2001 | -- | $80,490 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 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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- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Merle Hay
- 3921 52nd St
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