Step into a stunning sanctuary that seamlessly fuses contemporary design with quality finishes. This home welcomes you with an open, free-flowing layout that is both airy and inviting, offering a sense of sophistication and comfort at every turn. Sunlight pours through expansive windows, illuminating every detail—from plush carpeting and elegant engineered hardwood floors to freshly painted walls and sparkling granite countertops in the chef-inspired kitchen.
The main level greets you with a dramatic vaulted ceiling soaring above the spacious family room, creating an impressive sense of scale and openness. The kitchen, a true centerpiece, features a generous island, abundant cabinetry, and seamless flow into the dining area—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Sliding doors lead to a sun-washed patio, extending your living space outdoors.
Upstairs, discover two guest bedrooms bathed in natural light, each with convenient access to a stylish guest bath. The primary suite offers a private retreat, boasting an expansive walk-in closet and a spa-like ensuite bathroom designed for ultimate relaxation.
The lower level reveals a finished recreation area—ideal for hosting gatherings or movie nights. Step outside to find an entertainer’s paradise: a beautifully crafted patio, large deck, lush landscaping, and a pergola-covered bar that elevate outdoor living to new heights. Every element has been thoughtfully designed to create a truly exceptional home experience.
Pending
$320,000
4705 E Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
1,468sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$314,600 Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$14/mo HOA
What's special
Finished recreation areaChef-inspired kitchenStylish guest bathElegant engineered hardwood floorsFreshly painted wallsExpansive windowsOpen free-flowing layout
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Zac Bales-Henry (515)494-7772,
Black Phoenix Group
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741367
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Egress Windows,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,468
- Total interior livable area: 1,468 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 375
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 06007934255000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $170 annually
- HOA name: Summersfield
- Second HOA name: PMI Central Iowa
- Second HOA phone: 515-303-1027
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $293,700
- Annual tax amount: $5,642
- Date on market: 5/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$314,600
$299,000 - $330,000
$1,933/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Pending sale | $320,000$218/sqft |
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| 5/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $320,000+14.3%$218/sqft |
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| 6/16/2021 | Sold | $280,000$191/sqft |
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| 5/8/2021 | Pending sale | $280,000$191/sqft |
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| 5/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $280,000+0%$191/sqft |
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| 5/7/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/4/2021 | Price change | $279,900-3.4%$191/sqft |
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| 4/28/2021 | Listed for sale | $289,900+40.7%$197/sqft |
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| 5/20/2016 | Sold | $205,971+3%$140/sqft |
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| 10/23/2015 | Listed for sale | $199,900+455.3%$136/sqft |
Source: BHHS First Realty #506793 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2015 | Sold | $36,000$25/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,638 +2.1% | $293,700 +6.6% |
| 2024 | $5,520 +1.9% | $275,600 |
| 2023 | $5,416 +306.6% | $275,600 +20.7% |
| 2022 | $1,332 +22.7% | $228,300 |
| 2021 | $1,086 +2.3% | $228,300 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $1,062 +71.3% | $224,200 |
| 2019 | $620 -0.3% | $224,200 +9.5% |
| 2018 | $622 | $204,700 |
| 2017 | $622 -27.3% | $204,700 +114.6% |
| 2016 | $856 | $95,400 +204.8% |
| 2015 | $856 +21300% | $31,300 +28354.5% |
| 2014 | $4 | $110 |
| 2013 | -- | $110 |
| 2012 | -- | $110 -99.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $29,700 -7.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $32,200 +29172.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $110 |
| 2008 | -- | $110 |
| 2007 | -- | $110 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50317
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Delaware Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10SOUTHEAST Polk Middle SchoolGrades: 6-7Distance: 3.7 mi
- 4/10Southeast Polk High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Southeast Polk
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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50317
- 4705 E Merced St





