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    • Price cut: $5K (7/20)
    $234,500

    2906 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

    3beds
    1,026sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1934
    8,799 Square Feet Lot
    $232,000 Zestimate®
    $229/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    First-floor laundryFresh finishesNew carpetSpacious yard
    Completely remodeled and move-in ready, this charming 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of modern updates and everyday convenience, with the added benefit of a driveway conveniently located off Snyder Avenue. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a functional layout, this home has been thoughtfully updated throughout. Recent improvements include new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpet, fresh finishes, and beautiful quartz countertops in the kitchen. The finished upper level serves as a spacious third bedroom, adding valuable living space and flexibility. The convenience of first-floor laundry makes daily living easy, while a brand-new water heater provides added peace of mind. Bright and inviting living spaces offer plenty of room to relax and entertain, and the spacious yard provides opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and schools, this home is ready for its next owner to move in and enjoy all the recent updates.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Tomorrow Martinez 515-779-9209,

    LPT Realty, LLC

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742672MLS 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
      • Electric, Forced Air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Stove
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Dining Area, Window Treatments
      • Flooring: Carpet
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,026
      • Total interior livable area: 1,026 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
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck
      Lot
      • Size: 8,799 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 10013131001000
      • Zoning: Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1934

      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: $229/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $208,900
      • Annual tax amount: $1,803
      • Date on market: 6/10/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 41 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $232,000

        $220,000 - $244,000

        $1,572/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/20/2026Price change$234,500-2.1%$229/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #742672 Report a problem
        7/4/2026Price change$239,500-2.2%$233/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #742672 Report a problem
        6/22/2026Price change$245,000-2%$239/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #742672 Report a problem
        6/10/2026Listed for sale$250,000+90.8%$244/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #742672 Report a problem
        2/24/2026Sold$131,000+5658.2%$128/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/31/2009Sold$2,275-97.2%$2/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/30/2009Sold$82,000-8.9%$80/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #337815 Report a problem
        2/5/2009Price change$90,000-5.3%$88/sqft
        Source: Homes.com #337815 Report a problem
        12/15/2008Price change$95,000-5%$93/sqft
        Source: Homes.com #337815 Report a problem
        11/7/2008Listed for sale$100,000-1.5%$97/sqft
        Source: Homes.com #337815 Report a problem
        10/25/2002Sold$101,500+39%$99/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/26/2000Sold$73,000$71/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,606 +2.2%$208,900 +10%
        2024$3,530 -0.5%$189,900
        2023$3,548 +0.9%$189,900 +19.1%
        2022$3,518 +2.4%$159,400
        2021$3,436 -3.6%$159,400 +9%
        2020$3,564 +8.1%$146,300
        2019$3,298 +1.2%$146,300 +11.5%
        2018$3,258 $131,200
        2017$3,258 +12.1%$131,200 +10.3%
        2016$2,906 $119,000
        2015$2,906 +7.5%$119,000 +3.9%
        2014$2,704 $114,500
        2013-- $114,500 +0.6%
        2012-- $113,800
        2011-- $113,800 -4.8%
        2010-- $119,600 -0.3%
        2009-- $120,000
        2008-- $120,000
        2007-- $120,000 -0.5%
        2006-- $120,600
        2005-- $120,600 +17.7%
        2003-- $102,430 +16%
        2002-- $88,320
        2001-- $88,320
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Merle Hay

        Getting around

        72 / 100
        Very Walkable
        23 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        46 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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