Move right into this updated and well-cared-for Des Moines home offering the perfect blend of character, comfort, and peace of mind. With major system updates already completed and a convenient central location, this home is ready to enjoy from day one.
Inside, you'll find inviting living spaces filled with natural light and a functional layout designed for everyday living. The spacious upper-level bedroom with its own half bath provides exceptional flexibility, making it an ideal primary suite, guest retreat, home office, or bonus space.
The heavy lifting has already been done, with major improvements including a complete electrical rewire, updated AC, newer furnace, newer roof, sewer line replacement in 2018, and a radon mitigation system already in place. These valuable updates offer the confidence buyers are looking for.
Outside, the oversized fenced backyard creates a private setting for entertaining, relaxing, gardening, or letting pets play. The large deck is ready for summer cookouts and gatherings, while the detached garage provides added storage and convenience.
Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major commuting routes, this home delivers affordability, flexibility, and updates that are hard to find at this price point. Don't miss your chance to own a move-in-ready home with space to enjoy inside and out.
For sale
$259,900
2102 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,355sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
7,797 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$192/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Isaiah Thomas (515)490-0306,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742655
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,355
- Total interior livable area: 1,355 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 7,797 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 142
Details
- Parcel number: 01557000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1946
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: $192/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $241,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,402
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900-1.9%$192/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listing removed | $265,000$196/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000+12.8%$196/sqft |
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| 12/1/2023 | Sold | $235,000$173/sqft |
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| 10/23/2023 | Pending sale | $235,000$173/sqft |
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| 10/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $235,000+48.7%$173/sqft |
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| 9/14/2018 | Sold | $158,000-3.4%$117/sqft |
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| 9/14/2018 | Listed for sale | $163,500$121/sqft |
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| 8/20/2018 | Pending sale | $163,500$121/sqft |
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| 8/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $163,500+77.7%$121/sqft |
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| 5/14/1998 | Sold | $92,000$68/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,402 +2% | $241,100 +9.9% |
| 2024 | $4,314 +1.1% | $219,300 |
| 2023 | $4,266 +0.8% | $219,300 +21.2% |
| 2022 | $4,234 +5.9% | $181,000 |
| 2021 | $3,998 -3.8% | $181,000 +13% |
| 2020 | $4,154 +14.1% | $160,200 |
| 2019 | $3,642 +1.2% | $160,200 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $3,598 | $147,300 |
| 2017 | $3,598 +10.8% | $147,300 +8.9% |
| 2016 | $3,246 | $135,200 |
| 2015 | $3,246 +12.2% | $135,200 +7.9% |
| 2014 | $2,892 | $125,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $125,300 -0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $125,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $125,900 -5.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $133,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $133,500 +6.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $125,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $125,500 +1.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $123,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $123,700 +10.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $112,010 +10.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $101,090 |
| 2001 | -- | $101,090 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hillis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Merle Hay
- 2102 55th St






