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    • Price cut: $10K (3/13)
    $225,000

    1704 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

    3beds
    1,085sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1947
    7,187.4 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $207/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Real hardwoodsBig deckFresh and brightNew interior paint throughoutNew carpetSo much natural lightNewer driveway
    Check out 1704 Merle Hay Rd! Not Merle Hay near the mall, but Merle Hay in the sweet spot near the intersection of Franklin. You could walk to Simon's for a delicious culinary experience! This charming home has undergone quite the transformation! With professionally done interior paint throughout (2026) it's so fresh and SOOO bright! You'll enjoy the large eat in kitchen with quartz counters and soft close cabinetry, HUGE fully fenced backyard, big deck, so much natural light, dry basement with no crazy walls, newer driveway (great way to build some equity), new beautiful Pella backdoor with built in shade (2025), etc. Some little extras like Nest thermostat and keypad entry. It's an incredible value for the location, school district, features and space. Plus it's just adorable! Come experience it for yourself!
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 17, 2026 at 08:39am

    Listed by:

    Amy Wilkins (515)318-1633,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 735047MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
      • Basement: Unfinished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,085
      • Total interior livable area: 1,085 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Fire Pit
      • Fencing: Chain Link,Full
      Lot
      • Size: 7,187.4 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 60 x 120
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 10004859000000
      • Zoning: Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod,One and One Half Story,Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1947
      Details
      • Warranty included: Yes

      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: $207/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $165,900
      • Annual tax amount: $3,482
      • Date on market: 2/25/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 53 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

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        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/17/2026Pending sale$225,000$207/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #735047 Report a problem
        3/13/2026Price change$225,000-4.3%$207/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #735047 Report a problem
        2/25/2026Listed for sale$235,000$217/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #735047 Report a problem
        2/17/2026Listing removed$235,000$217/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #733554 Report a problem
        1/29/2026Listed for sale$235,000$217/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #733554 Report a problem
        12/10/2025Listing removed$235,000$217/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #728636 Report a problem
        10/17/2025Listed for sale$235,000+11.2%$217/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #728636 Report a problem
        4/16/2025Sold$211,250-1.7%$195/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #712848 Report a problem
        3/18/2025Pending sale$214,900$198/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #712848 Report a problem
        3/4/2025Listed for sale$214,900+163.7%$198/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #712848 Report a problem
        11/30/2022Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        10/18/2022Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        5/4/2012Sold$81,500-14.1%$75/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/24/2012Price change$94,900-5%$87/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #395567 Report a problem
        4/17/2012Price change$99,900-4.8%$92/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #395567 Report a problem
        3/27/2012Price change$104,900-3.7%$97/sqft
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        3/14/2012Price change$108,900-0.9%$100/sqft
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        2/4/2012Price change$109,900-0.1%$101/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #395567 Report a problem
        1/10/2012Price change$110,000-6.4%$101/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #392121 Report a problem
        12/2/2011Price change$117,500-2%$108/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #392121 Report a problem
        10/29/2011Listed for sale$119,900+90.3%$111/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #392121 Report a problem
        9/26/2011Sold$63,000-2.9%$58/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/31/2011Price change$64,900-7.2%$60/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #384727 Report a problem
        6/29/2011Price change$69,900-12.5%$64/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #384727 Report a problem
        5/20/2011Listed for sale$79,900-35.4%$74/sqft
        Source: isNowListed.com Report a problem
        4/25/2011Sold$123,717+7.1%$114/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/12/2005Sold$115,500+7.4%$106/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/20/2002Sold$107,500+12.6%$99/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/12/2001Sold$95,500+13%$88/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/22/2000Sold$84,500$78/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$3,264 -4.2%$165,900
        2023$3,406 +0.8%$165,900 +14.8%
        2022$3,380 +4.4%$144,500
        2021$3,236 -3.7%$144,500 +11.4%
        2020$3,362 +8.5%$129,700
        2019$3,098 +1%$129,700 +12.5%
        2018$3,068 $115,300
        2017$3,068 +13.9%$115,300 +12.8%
        2016$2,694 $102,200
        2015$2,694 +12.4%$102,200 +9.2%
        2014$2,396 $93,600
        2013-- $93,600 -10.2%
        2012-- $104,200
        2011-- $104,200 -6.2%
        2010-- $111,100
        2009-- $111,100 +3.4%
        2008-- $107,400
        2007-- $107,400 +3.4%
        2006-- $103,900
        2005-- $103,900 +9.3%
        2003-- $95,070 +16.6%
        2002-- $81,540
        2001-- $81,540

        Find assessor info on the county website

        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $1,472/mo
        Principal & interest
        $1189
        Property taxes
        $283
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: Merle Hay

          Getting around

          67 / 100
          Somewhat Walkable
          29 / 100
          Some Transit
          42 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

          GreatSchools rating
          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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