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For saleErrorPrice cut: $2K (6/17)
$209,999
3beds
1,065sqft

2318 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

3beds
1,065sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1947
9,408 sqft
1 Attached garage space
$197 price/sqft

What's special

Freshly updated bathroomBright kitchenComfortable secondary bedroomsSpacious primary bedroomNew appliances

Welcome home! This clean and updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits in a great spot near Merle Hay and just minutes from Beaverdale. Step into an open and inviting living room that flows seamlessly into the bright kitchen, featuring new appliances and a functional layout perfect for everyday living. The home offers a spacious primary bedroom, a freshly updated bathroom, and comfortable secondary bedrooms. Enjoy the convenience of a large 1-car garage and a generously sized, fully fenced backyard—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or pets. A new roof and electric panel in 2023 along with new appliances and a bathroom update provide peace of mind. Situated directly across from Hillis Elementary and just off Hickman Road, this home provides easy access to shopping, dining, and all parts of the city.

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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 738171MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Living Room

Kitchen

Bedroom

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Listed by:

Misty Darling (515)962-5555,

BH&G Real Estate Innovations,

Abigail Gilson 515-250-5920,

BH&G Real Estate Innovations

Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 738171MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
  • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
  • Central Air
Features
  • Eat-in Kitchen
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 1,065
  • Total interior livable area: 1,065 sqft
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
  • Stories: 1
  • Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
  • Size: 9,408 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 57 x 165
  • Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
  • Parcel number: 10006046000000
  • Zoning: N3B

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Poured, Slab
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
  • Year built: 1947

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: $197/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $180,400
  • Annual tax amount: $3,400
  • Date on market: 4/10/2026
  • Cumulative days on market: 136 days
  • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
  • Road surface type: Concrete

Price history

DateEventPrice
6/17/2026Price change$209,999-0.9%$197/sqft
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5/23/2026Price change$212,000-1.4%$199/sqft
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4/10/2026Listed for sale$215,000$202/sqft
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10/24/2025Listing removed$215,000$202/sqft
Source: DMMLS #716312 Report a problem
7/1/2025Price change$215,000-2.3%$202/sqft
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5/20/2025Price change$219,999-2.7%$207/sqft
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5/13/2025Price change$225,999-0.9%$212/sqft
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5/5/2025Price change$227,999-0.9%$214/sqft
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4/24/2025Listed for sale$229,999+16.3%$216/sqft
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5/24/2023Sold$197,820-1%$186/sqft
Source: DMMLS #671093 Report a problem
5/1/2023Pending sale$199,900$188/sqft
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4/28/2023Price change$199,900+5.3%$188/sqft
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4/17/2023Listed for sale$189,900+72.6%$178/sqft
Source: DMMLS #671093 Report a problem
9/29/2021Sold$110,000-11.9%$103/sqft
Source: DMMLS #634913 Report a problem
8/23/2021Pending sale$124,900+75.9%$117/sqft
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8/1/2020Listing removed$1,200$1/sqft
Source: Stanbrough Realty Company LLC Report a problem
7/14/2020Listed for rent$1,200$1/sqft
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1/13/2017Sold$71,000-21%$67/sqft
Source: DMMLS #525354 Report a problem
12/20/2016Pending sale$89,900$84/sqft
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12/20/2016Listed for sale$89,900$84/sqft
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12/8/2016Pending sale$89,900$84/sqft
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11/21/2016Price change$89,900-5.3%$84/sqft
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10/31/2016Price change$94,900-5%$89/sqft
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9/13/2016Listed for sale$99,900+28.1%$94/sqft
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1/21/2004Sold$78,000$73/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$3,322 +22.9%$180,400 +9%
2024$2,702 -13.4%$165,500 +20.5%
2023$3,120 +0.8%$137,400 +3.8%
2022$3,096 +2.1%$132,400
2021$3,032 -3.7%$132,400 +9%
2020$3,150 +7.7%$121,500
2019$2,926 +1%$121,500 +11.6%
2018$2,898 $108,900
2017$2,898 +11.3%$108,900 +10.2%
2016$2,604 $98,800
2015$2,604 +2.3%$98,800 -0.6%
2014$2,546 $99,400
2013-- $99,400 -0.3%
2012-- $99,700
2011-- $99,700 +1.4%
2010-- $98,300
2009-- $98,300
2008-- $98,300
2007-- $98,300 +0.2%
2006-- $98,100
2005-- $98,100 +7.9%
2003-- $90,900 +14%
2002-- $79,730
2001-- $79,730

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$1,376/mo
Principal & interest
$1112
Property taxes
$264
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Estimated market value

$207,500

$197,000 - $218,000

$1,545/mo

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Neighborhood: Merle Hay

Nearby schools

Hillis Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.1 miles
1/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10
Student Progress Rating
1/10
Meredith Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.4 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10
Student Progress Rating
7/10
Hoover High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.5 miles
3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10
College Readiness Rating
1/10
Student Progress Rating
6/10

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