Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this charming ranch home located near the Merle Hay Mall area. Boasting 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom on the main level, this property offers functional living spaces with thoughtful updates throughout.
The finished basement provides an additional bedroom and bathroom, perfect for guests, a home office, or extra family space. Step outside to enjoy the sizable yard, complete with a deck that’s perfect for entertaining or relaxing, and a handy shed for all your storage needs.
With its ideal location near shopping, dining, and entertainment, this home offers everything you need and more. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this delightful property your own—schedule a showing today!
Sold for $200,000
$200,000
3606 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
780sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
7,013 Square Feet Lot
$199,700 Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$1,563 Estimated rent
Home value
$199,700
$186,000 - $214,000
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Finished basementFunctional living spacesAdditional bedroom and bathroomThoughtful updatesSizable yard
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Listed by:
Karla Alaniz (515)897-9027,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Junior Ibarra 515-497-8133,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Jeff Swehla
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 709881
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 780
- Total interior livable area: 780 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Lot
- Size: 7,013 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 140
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 100/06952000000
- 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
- Year built: 1951
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: $256/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,910
- Date on market: 1/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/19/2025 | Sold | $200,000$256/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #709881 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2025 | Pending sale | $200,000$256/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #709881 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $200,000-7%$256/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #709881 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2024 | Listing removed | $215,000$276/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #704444 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $215,000+5.4%$276/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #704444 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2024 | Sold | $204,000+2%$262/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #681639 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2023 | Pending sale | $200,000$256/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #681639 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2023 | Price change | $200,000-3.6%$256/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #681639 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2023 | Price change | $207,500-3.5%$266/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #681639 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $215,000$276/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #681639 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,694 +37.8% | $216,100 +11.3% |
| 2024 | $2,680 +5.7% | $194,200 +42.6% |
| 2023 | $2,536 +0.8% | $136,200 +16.9% |
| 2022 | $2,516 +1.9% | $116,500 |
| 2021 | $2,470 -3.6% | $116,500 +8.3% |
| 2020 | $2,562 +20.2% | $107,600 |
| 2019 | $2,132 -10.1% | $107,600 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $2,372 | $97,900 |
| 2017 | $2,372 +9.4% | $97,900 +7.6% |
| 2016 | $2,168 | $91,000 |
| 2015 | $2,168 +18.7% | $91,000 +13.5% |
| 2014 | $1,826 | $80,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $80,200 -0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $80,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $80,800 -9.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $89,600 +5.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $85,200 +0.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $84,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $84,700 +9.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $77,230 +2.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $75,510 |
| 2001 | -- | $75,510 |
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Neighborhood: Merle Hay
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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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