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    • $235,000

    4015 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

    3beds
    1,225sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1958
    0.29 Acres Lot
    $229,200 Zestimate®
    $192/sqft
    $-- HOA

    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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    Listed by:

    Amber Harrison 515-473-8035,

    Epique Realty

    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: 21 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $229,200

        $218,000 - $241,000

        $1,731/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        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
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Merle Hay

        Getting around

        63 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        37 / 100
        Some Transit
        44 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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