LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Nestled in Des Moines' Merle Hay Neighborhood and just blocks from Waveland Golf Course, sits this classic 1952 brick bungalow. This charming home has been recently renovated in the living room, kitchen and full bath. There are two bedrooms on the main floor and a full size attic above that can accommodate many uses from a third bedroom to an in-home office or playroom. The basement footprint allows for ample storage and contains newer washer and dryer that are included. All appliances are included and the home comes furnished as shown in photos. There is a single car detached garage that will require some structural stabilization, but serves the property well. This property is priced aggressively and being sold as-is.
Sold for $192,500 on 11/06/23
$192,500
1211 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,195sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,600 Square Feet Lot
$222,800 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$1,519 Estimated rent
Home value
$222,800
$212,000 - $234,000
$1,519/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 07, 2023 at 11:46am
Listed by:
Abbey Gilroy ContactUs@VIARealtors.com,
VIA Group, REALTORS
Bought with:
Cheri Herman
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 679831
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: 2
Heating
- Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Daylight
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,195
- Total interior livable area: 1,195 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,600 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11952000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1952
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,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2023 | Sold | $192,500-0.8%$161/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #679831 | ||
| 10/5/2023 | Pending sale | $194,000$162/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #679831 | ||
| 9/28/2023 | Price change | $194,000-3%$162/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #679831 | ||
| 8/23/2023 | Price change | $199,900-4.4%$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #679831 | ||
| 8/8/2023 | Listed for sale | $209,000$175/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #679831 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,764 -20.8% | $191,300 |
| 2023 | $4,756 +5.3% | $191,300 +15.2% |
| 2022 | $4,518 +30.9% | $166,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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