For sale

$199,000

2019 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

2beds

1,317sqft

$1,551/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1947

7,797 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$151/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Formal dining roomMetal sidingUpdated bathroomOne car detached garageFenced yardLarge rear deckIncluded washer and dryer

Welcome home to this charming two bedroom ranch in the desirable Merle Hay area! This inviting home offers a comfortable and functional layout with a spacious living room, formal dining room and a cozy family room featuring a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen features maple cabinetry with a convenient pass through to the family room, creating an open connection between the spaces. An updated bathroom, hardwood, tile and carpet flooring, and included washer and dryer add to the home's appeal and convenience. Home has metal siding and outside enjoy a fenced yard, large rear deck and one car detached garage, providing great space for relaxing, entertaining and storage. A wonderful opportunity in a convenient location.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
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

Separate/Formal Dining Room, Cable TV, Window Treatments
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Basement: Partially Finished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,317
Total interior livable area: 1,317 sqft
Finished area below ground: 390

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Garage spaces: 1

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 7,797 Square Feet
Dimensions: 55 x 142
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 10001574000000
Zoning: N3B

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Metal Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 1947

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $151/sqft
Tax assessed value: $256,100
Annual tax amount: $4,827
Date on market: 10/8/2026
Cumulative days on market: 4 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/8/2026	Listed for sale	$199,000+73.8%$151/sqft
Source: DMMLS #750511 Report a problem
8/31/2005	Sold	$114,500-3%$87/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/6/2003	Sold	$118,000+18.6%$90/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/16/2000	Sold	$99,500+22.8%$76/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/25/1997	Sold	$81,000$62/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,482 +2.1%	$256,100 +9.7%
2024	$4,388 +1.1%	$233,500
2023	$4,340 +0.8%	$233,500 +21%
2022	$4,304 +6%	$193,000
2021	$4,060 -3.6%	$193,000 +12.7%
2020	$4,212 +5.6%	$171,300
2019	$3,988 +1.2%	$171,300 +9.2%
2018	$3,942	$156,900
2017	$3,942 +10.2%	$156,900 +8.6%
2016	$3,578	$144,500
2015	$3,578 +12.1%	$144,500 +8.2%
2014	$3,192	$133,600
2013	--	$133,600 -0.4%
2012	--	$134,100
2011	--	$134,100 -5.4%
2010	--	$141,700
2009	--	$141,700 +6.4%
2008	--	$133,200
2007	--	$133,200 +14.2%
2006	--	$116,600
2005	--	$116,600 +10.3%
2003	--	$105,690 +10.6%
2002	--	$95,590
2001	--	$95,590