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    4015 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

    3beds
    1,225sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1958
    0.29 Acres Lot
    $235,000 Zestimate®
    $192/sqft
    $1,773 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $235,000

    $223,000 - $247,000

    $1,773/mo

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    What's special

    Charming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home on a spacious 12,600 sq ft lot in Des Moines! This 1,225 sq ft residence features gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, blending timeless character with everyday comfort. A rooftop solar system, installed in 2022, helps keep energy costs low year-round. Park with ease in the 1-stall attached garage, and enjoy outdoor living in the fully fenced backyard—ideal for pets, gardening, or entertaining. Conveniently located near Merle Hay Mall with easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Built in 1958 with solid bones, this home offers a wonderful blend of character, efficiency, and space. Don't miss this move-in-ready opportunity—schedule your private showing today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Amber Harrison 515-473-8035,

    Epique Realty

    Bought with:

    Seth Walker

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 744415MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Electric, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Finished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,225
    • Total interior livable area: 1,225 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 490

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Enclosed Porch
    Lot
    • Size: 0.29 Acres
    • Dimensions: 90 x 140
    Details
    • Parcel number: 10000457000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • 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: $192/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $260,200
    • Annual tax amount: $4,735
    • Date on market: 7/2/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 25 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/21/2026Sold$235,000$192/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #744415 Report a problem
    8/2/2026Pending sale$235,000$192/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #744415 Report a problem
    7/3/2026Listed for sale$235,000+26.7%$192/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #744415 Report a problem
    8/7/2018Sold$185,500-1.3%$151/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/29/2018Pending sale$187,900$153/sqft
    Source: NEXT GENERATION REALTY, INC. #10496003 Report a problem
    5/23/2018Listed for sale$187,900+27.8%$153/sqft
    Source: NEXT GENERATION REALTY, INC. #10496003 Report a problem
    5/2/2016Sold$147,000+1.4%$120/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #513339 Report a problem
    4/13/2016Pending sale$144,900$118/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #513339 Report a problem
    3/15/2016Listed for sale$144,900-3.4%$118/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #513339 Report a problem
    11/19/2015Listing removed$150,000$122/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    11/10/2015Listed for sale$150,000+20.5%$122/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    11/30/2009Sold$124,500-4.2%$102/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #351487 Report a problem
    9/23/2009Price change$129,900-10.4%$106/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #351487 Report a problem
    8/7/2009Listed for sale$144,900+3.5%$118/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #351487 Report a problem
    8/24/2007Sold$140,000+31.5%$114/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/14/2007Sold$106,500-19.3%$87/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #298555 Report a problem
    9/1/2004Sold$132,000+20.5%$108/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/26/2000Sold$109,500+4.8%$89/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/29/1999Sold$104,500$85/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,452 +2.2%$260,200 +13%
    2024$4,358 -2.8%$230,200
    2023$4,482 +0.8%$230,200 +18.9%
    2022$4,448 +3.2%$193,600
    2021$4,312 -3.7%$193,600 +9.9%
    2020$4,478 +14%$176,100
    2019$3,928 +1.2%$176,100 +11.5%
    2018$3,880 $157,900
    2017$3,880 +9.8%$157,900 +10.6%
    2016$3,534 $142,800
    2015$3,534 +12.2%$142,800 +8.3%
    2014$3,150 $131,900
    2013-- $131,900 -0.5%
    2012-- $132,600 -7.5%
    2011-- $143,400 -13.1%
    2010-- $165,100
    2009-- $165,100 +7.4%
    2008-- $153,700
    2007-- $153,700 +12.9%
    2006-- $136,100
    2005-- $136,100 +10.1%
    2003-- $123,670 +7.9%
    2002-- $114,640
    2001-- $114,640
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Merle Hay

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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