Experience charm and potential in this 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home located in the heart of Des Moines. This 1,264 sq. ft. residence, built in 1948, features a partially finished basement and a spacious 8,407 sq. ft. lot with a fully fenced yard. Recently updated with gas forced air and central cooling, this home is ready for your personal touch. Conveniently located near Merle Hay Road and Aurora Avenue. Property is being sold 'AS IS'."
Sold for $192,000
$192,000
4121 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,264sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
8,407 Square Feet Lot
$192,200 Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$1,587 Estimated rent
Home value
$192,200
$183,000 - $202,000
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Partially finished basementFully fenced yardCentral cooling
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Listed by:
Lilian Wanjiru (515)494-6008,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Nathan Davidson
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733489
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
- Electric, Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,264
- Total interior livable area: 1,264 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 8,407 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10000693000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Sold | $192,000-0.8%$152/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Pending sale | $193,500$153/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $193,500-1.5%$153/sqft |
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| 3/1/2026 | Price change | $196,500-1.8%$155/sqft |
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| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $200,000$158/sqft |
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| 2/6/2026 | Pending sale | $200,000$158/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $200,000+4.2%$158/sqft |
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| 6/2/2022 | Sold | $192,000-1.4%$152/sqft |
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| 5/4/2022 | Pending sale | $194,650$154/sqft |
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| 4/25/2022 | Price change | $194,650-0.1%$154/sqft |
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| 4/18/2022 | Price change | $194,900-2.5%$154/sqft |
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| 4/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $199,900+214.8%$158/sqft |
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| 4/8/2009 | Sold | $63,500-2.9%$50/sqft |
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| 3/1/2009 | Listed for sale | $65,405-38%$52/sqft |
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| 9/6/2002 | Sold | $105,500+44.5%$83/sqft |
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| 4/16/1998 | Sold | $73,000$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,208 +2.2% | $193,000 +13.5% |
| 2024 | $3,138 -8.4% | $170,000 |
| 2023 | $3,426 +0.8% | $170,000 +16.9% |
| 2022 | $3,400 +0.1% | $145,400 |
| 2021 | $3,398 -3.7% | $145,400 +6.8% |
| 2020 | $3,530 +8.8% | $136,200 |
| 2019 | $3,244 +1.1% | $136,200 +12.8% |
| 2018 | $3,210 | $120,700 |
| 2017 | $3,210 +10.3% | $120,700 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $2,910 | $110,400 |
| 2015 | $2,910 +14% | $110,400 +10.7% |
| 2014 | $2,552 | $99,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $99,700 -0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $100,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $100,200 -11.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $113,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $113,600 -3.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $117,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $117,500 +26.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $93,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $93,100 +3% |
| 2003 | -- | $90,350 +22.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $73,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $73,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Merle Hay
- 4121 57th St
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