This charming ranch home in the heart of Merle Hay offers a perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and style. With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, it’s ideal for families or anyone looking for a spacious, move-in-ready residence. The large fenced backyard and expansive patio create a fantastic space for outdoor entertaining and family gatherings. Inside, enjoy a partially finished basement with an egress window—perfect for a family room, home office, or additional living space. The modern, spacious bathroom and updated kitchen featuring new appliances and a large farm sink add to the home's appeal. The oversized 2-car garage provides ample storage, and its prime location near shopping, dining, and Merle Hay Mall makes it a must-see. Schedule your showing today to make this wonderful home yours!
For sale
Price cut: $5.1K (7/24)
$259,900
3925 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
912sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.29 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$285/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basementModern spacious bathroomUpdated kitchenLarge fenced backyardExpansive patioLarge farm sinkNew appliances
- 40 days
- on Zillow |
- 801 |
- 50 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 27, 2025 at 10:01pm
Listed by:
David Namink (515)480-3103,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 721278
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Egress Windows
Interior area
- Total structure area: 912
- Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 90 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 10000974000000
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1958
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: $285/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $193,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,802
- Date on market: 6/30/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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