Welcome to your new home! This 3 bedroom, 1.5-bath cape cod is nestled on a fully fenced corner lot within walking distance to restaurants, shopping at Merle Haye Mall, and schools. Sellers repainted in 2024, updated floors 2025 (main) & 2026(upstairs), and few other upgrades to make this home move in ready- see additional info. The main level offers a spacious family room, a 1st floor bedroom as well as an updated ½ bath. The kitchen is newer with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances, with a dining area nestled between the kitchen and the main living space. As you walk up the character filled wooden staircase you'll find a full, updated bathroom and two additional bedrooms. The basement is finished and ready to become your personal entertainment hub. Whether you envision a home theater, a kids toy room, or a cozy den, this space can be anything you want it to be! There is additional unfinished space in the basement offering plenty of storage, and a laundry area with a newer washer and dryer. Radon mitigation system has been installed, as well as updated electrical system in the house. Step outside and discover a charming patio area, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or hosting gatherings with friends. The fenced-in backyard offers a good-sized oasis, where you can enjoy gardening projects or simply relax in the fresh air. The yard connects the house to the big 2-car garage, providing ample space for your vehicles and extra storage.
For sale
Price cut: $1K (6/1)
$264,000
3321 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,102sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$240/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced corner lotSpacious family roomCharacter filled wooden staircase
- 19 days |
- 2,261 |
- 234 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Natasha Ratliff (515)943-0219,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740886
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,102
- Total interior livable area: 1,102 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Details
- Parcel number: 10005049000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1939
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: $240/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $229,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,138
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $264,000-0.4%$240/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #740886 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000+3.9%$240/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740886 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Sold | $255,000+6.3%$231/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #673586 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2023 | Pending sale | $240,000$218/sqft |
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| 5/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $240,000+37.1%$218/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #673586 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2020 | Sold | $175,000+0.1%$159/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #602915 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2020 | Pending sale | $174,900$159/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate #602915 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $174,900+21.9%$159/sqft |
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| 4/8/2016 | Sold | $143,500-4.3%$130/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #510837 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $149,900+17.6%$136/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #510837 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2006 | Sold | $127,500$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,138 +9.4% | $229,200 +11.2% |
| 2024 | $3,782 -1.4% | $206,100 +7.2% |
| 2023 | $3,836 +0.7% | $192,300 +18.1% |
| 2022 | $3,808 +1.5% | $162,800 |
| 2021 | $3,750 +2.2% | $162,800 +8.3% |
| 2020 | $3,668 +9.1% | $150,300 |
| 2019 | $3,362 +1.2% | $150,300 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $3,322 | $133,600 |
| 2017 | $3,322 +9.9% | $133,600 +8.2% |
| 2016 | $3,024 | $123,500 |
| 2015 | $3,024 +19% | $123,500 +14.1% |
| 2014 | $2,542 | $108,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $108,200 -0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $109,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $109,000 -9.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $120,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $120,300 +5.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $114,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $114,400 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $112,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $112,200 +10.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $101,240 +15.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $87,610 |
| 2001 | -- | $87,610 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Merle Hay
- 3321 52nd St
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