Welcome to this charming one-story home in Des Moines offering comfort, style, and affordability all in one. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is a great option for anyone looking for attainable homeownership without sacrificing updates or location.
Inside, you'll find a bright and refreshed interior featuring fresh white paint, white cabinetry, white backsplash, and newly updated granite countertops that give the kitchen a clean, modern feel. Stainless steel appliances complete the space and make it both functional and inviting.
The layout is practical and cozy, with convenient laundry located near the bedrooms and a full bathroom that's been well maintained. Outside, the home continues to shine with cute curb appeal, updated roof and siding, and a spacious backyard perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or letting pets play. The deck space adds another great spot to enjoy the outdoors.
An attached one-car garage provides everyday convenience, and the location near Merle Hay puts you close to shopping, dining, and easy access around the metro.
If you've been looking for a move-in-ready home that blends updates, comfort, and value — this one is worth a look.
Sold for $161,000
$161,000
5818 New York Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
2beds
820sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$161,100 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$1,332 Estimated rent
Home value
$161,100
$153,000 - $169,000
$1,332/mo
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Updated roof and sidingBright and refreshed interiorCute curb appealNewly updated granite countertopsFresh white paintWhite backsplashStainless steel appliances
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Listed by:
Quartz Team Realty 515-451-0347,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER,
Jake Escher 515-298-2900,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Bought with:
NON- MEMBER
CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 69389
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 820
- Total interior livable area: 820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 820
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 67 x 111
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 10013212001000
- Zoning: N3B
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block, Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $171,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,138
- Date on market: 2/11/2026
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/29/2026 | Sold | $161,000-4.2%$196/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #69389 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2026 | Pending sale | $168,000$205/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #734186 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2026 | Price change | $168,000-6.7%$205/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734186 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $180,000-5.3%$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734186 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $190,000+31%$232/sqft |
Source: CIBR #69389 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2025 | Listing removed | $1,500$2/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,500$2/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2020 | Sold | $145,000-5.2%$177/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #610942 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2020 | Pending sale | $152,900$186/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2020 | Listed for sale | $152,900$186/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2020 | Listing removed | $152,900$186/sqft |
Source: Ankeny Real Estate Service #578695 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2019 | Pending sale | $152,900$186/sqft |
Source: Ankeny Real Estate Service #578695 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2019 | Price change | $152,900-3.8%$186/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $159,000+430%$194/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2018 | Sold | $30,000+0.3%$37/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2018 | Pending sale | $29,900$36/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #556362 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2018 | Listed for sale | $29,900$36/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #556362 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,138 +2.1% | $171,300 +9.6% |
| 2024 | $3,074 -2.6% | $156,300 |
| 2023 | $3,156 +0.8% | $156,300 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $3,132 +2.7% | $133,900 |
| 2021 | $3,050 -3.7% | $133,900 +9.6% |
| 2020 | $3,168 +86.8% | $122,200 |
| 2019 | $1,696 +17.3% | $122,200 +93.7% |
| 2018 | $1,446 | $63,100 |
| 2017 | $1,446 +13% | $63,100 +10.1% |
| 2016 | $1,280 | $57,300 |
| 2015 | $1,280 +6.8% | $57,300 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $1,198 | $55,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $55,700 -0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $56,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,200 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $58,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $58,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $58,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $58,800 -20.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $73,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $73,800 +9.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $67,600 +2.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $65,860 |
| 2001 | -- | $65,860 |
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Neighborhood: Merle Hay
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