This updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home offers 828 square feet of comfortable main floor living with several recent improvements throughout. The remodeled kitchen features new appliances, freshly painted cabinets, and updated finishes. Additional improvements include new LVP flooring, new interior doors, baseboards, trim, and a remodeled bathroom. The functional layout includes convenient main floor laundry, along with a sunroom that provides additional space to relax and enjoy views of the backyard. Outside, you'll find a patio, a spacious yard, an attached one car garage, and an additional carport for covered parking. The home also features durable metal siding for easier exterior maintenance. Located in an established Des Moines neighborhood, just minutes from Merle Hay Mall, Beaverdale, parks, restaurants, shopping, and other everyday conveniences. With its manageable size, recent updates, and convenient location, this property is a great option for first time buyers, those looking to downsize, or anyone wanting a home that's easy to maintain. Schedule your showing today
For sale
Price cut: $6K (11/5)
$179,000
3912 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
828sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1947
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$174,300 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Remodeled bathroomUpdated finishesRemodeled kitchenNew lvp flooringNew interior doorsAttached one car garageSpacious yard
- 26 days
- 623
- 49
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Real Estate Team, Jennings 515-291-8720,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER,
Abigail Jennings-Brant 515-291-1222,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 71585
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Sunroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 828
- Total interior livable area: 828 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 828
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 100/00895000000
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block, Slab
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: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $178,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,164
- Date on market: 10/13/2026
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Estimated market value
$174,300
$166,000 - $183,000
$1,305/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/5/2026 | Price change | $179,000-3.2%$216/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #750788 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $185,000+1.4%$223/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #750788 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Listing removed | $182,500$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733963 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $182,500$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733963 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $182,500$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Price change | $182,500-5.2%$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Price change | $192,500-3.8%$232/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #67917 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $200,000-2.4%$242/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Price change | $205,000-2.4%$248/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $210,000-2.3%$254/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000+32.7%$260/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Listing removed | $162,000$196/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717603 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Price change | $162,000-4.4%$196/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717603 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $169,500-0.3%$205/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717603 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2025 | Sold | $170,000+343.9%$205/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2017 | Listing removed | $1,000$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,000+11.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2015 | Listing removed | $900$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2015 | Listed for rent | $900$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2015 | Sold | $38,300-10.9%$46/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #448237 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2015 | Listing removed | $43,000$52/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #448237 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2015 | Listed for sale | $43,000-60%$52/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #448237 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2010 | Listing removed | $107,500+3.9%$130/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2010 | Sold | $103,500+0.5%$125/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2008 | Sold | $103,000+21.9%$124/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2004 | Sold | $84,500+152.2%$102/sqft |
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| 12/8/1997 | Sold | $33,500$40/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,164 +2.1% | $178,200 +13.1% |
| 2024 | $3,100 -2.7% | $157,600 |
| 2023 | $3,186 +0.8% | $157,600 +16.6% |
| 2022 | $3,162 -0.3% | $135,200 |
| 2021 | $3,172 -3.8% | $135,200 +6.4% |
| 2020 | $3,296 +8.3% | $127,100 |
| 2019 | $3,042 +1% | $127,100 +12.3% |
| 2018 | $3,012 | $113,200 |
| 2017 | $3,012 +10.9% | $113,200 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $2,716 | $103,100 |
| 2015 | $2,716 +22.1% | $103,100 +3.9% |
| 2014 | $2,224 | $99,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $99,200 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $99,800 -6.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $106,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $106,800 +7.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $99,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $99,400 +14.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $86,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $86,600 +8.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $79,990 +15.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $68,990 |
| 2001 | -- | $68,990 |
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Neighborhood: Merle Hay
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