Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch backing to an Elementary in the sought-after Southeast Polk School District. This open-concept home is perfect for everyday living + entertaining, featuring a spacious kitchen with a 9-ft island, abundant counter space, + an oversized pantry that keeps everything organized and within reach.
The primary suite offers a private retreat with an attached bathroom + a generous walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms + a full bathroom complete the main level, offering flexible space for family, guests, or a home office. The daylight basement offers over 1,200 square feet of unfinished space—ideal for extra storage now or to finish later with your personal touch
Step outside to a fully fenced-in, oversized lot—perfect for kids, pets, or hosting backyard gatherings. This home backs directly to Delaware Elementary School, offering added convenience + no rear neighbors. A backyard shed provides extra storage for tools, toys, + lawn equipment.
The location is hard to beat—just minutes from Altoona's shopping, dining, and entertainment. You'll also enjoy quick interstate access and an easy 8-minute drive to downtown Des Moines.
Don’t miss your chance to make this one yours—schedule a showing today!
Sold for $290,000 on 07/18/25
$290,000
4616 E Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
1,260sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
0.28 Acres Lot
$289,900 Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$1,815 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 18, 2025 at 12:07pm
Listed by:
Taylor Hird (515)402-6026,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Beatris Mayorga
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 719184
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,260
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 060/07934242000
- Zoning: PUD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $170 annually
- Association name: Summersfield
- Second association name: Pmi- Central Iowa
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Services availability

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