Welcome to 5301 Merced St in Des Moines, IA — a spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offering a versatile layout and multiple living spaces in a convenient northwest Des Moines location. On the main floor, you’ll find two separate living rooms. Large windows throughout the home bring in natural light and create a warm, inviting atmosphere. The kitchen offers functional workspace with ample cabinetry and flows easily into the dining and living areas for everyday convenience. Upstairs, the 4 bedrooms are generously sized and have easy access to the full bathroom. The lower level adds even more usable space with a full bathroom, a dedicated laundry area, and plenty of room for recreation, movie nights, a workout space, or additional entertaining. Step outside to enjoy the fenced backyard featuring a back deck perfect for grilling, outdoor dining, pets, or relaxing evenings. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, and major Des Moines amenities, this home offers the space and functionality buyers are looking for in Des Moines real estate. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Pending
$289,900
5301 Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50310
4beds
1,660sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
8,145 Square Feet Lot
$290,100 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 23 days |
- 403 |
- 23 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jason Rude 515-953-8160,
Rude Realty,
Mady Joy 515-817-4062,
Rude Realty
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740801
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,660
- Total interior livable area: 1,660 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,145 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 65 x 125
Details
- Parcel number: 10012844158000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1970
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: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $278,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,294
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$290,100
$276,000 - $305,000
$2,084/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $289,900$175/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,900+164.7%$175/sqft |
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| 3/8/2025 | Listing removed | $1,750$1/sqft |
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| 2/26/2025 | Price change | $1,750+2.3%$1/sqft |
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| 2/22/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,710+3.6%$1/sqft |
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| 1/21/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/15/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,650+4.4%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/12/2019 | Listing removed | $1,580$1/sqft |
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| 9/28/2019 | Price change | $1,580-6%$1/sqft |
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| 8/28/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,680+7.7%$1/sqft |
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| 8/29/2018 | Listing removed | $1,560$1/sqft |
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| 8/3/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,560$1/sqft |
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| 9/14/2011 | Sold | $109,500-4.8%$66/sqft |
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| 7/17/2011 | Price change | $115,000-7.9%$69/sqft |
Source: Mid-America Group, Realtors #383448 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2011 | Price change | $124,900-7.4%$75/sqft |
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| 5/18/2011 | Price change | $134,900-6.9%$81/sqft |
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| 4/17/2011 | Price change | $144,900-14.8%$87/sqft |
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| 4/15/2011 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 6/15/2007 | Sold | $170,000$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,944 +4.7% | $278,800 +14% |
| 2024 | $4,720 -1.1% | $244,500 |
| 2023 | $4,774 -9.3% | $244,500 +14.7% |
| 2022 | $5,264 +1.7% | $213,200 |
| 2021 | $5,176 +1.8% | $213,200 +6.8% |
| 2020 | $5,082 +6.7% | $199,700 |
| 2019 | $4,764 +1% | $199,700 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $4,716 | $178,200 |
| 2017 | $4,716 +9.3% | $178,200 +8.5% |
| 2016 | $4,316 | $164,300 |
| 2015 | $4,316 +1.9% | $164,300 -0.2% |
| 2014 | $4,236 | $164,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $164,700 -0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $166,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $166,100 -1.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $167,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $167,900 +11.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $150,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $150,900 +11% |
| 2006 | -- | $135,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $135,900 +6.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $127,130 +8.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $117,550 |
| 2001 | -- | $117,550 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Meredith
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lawson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.3 mi
- 7/10Johnston Middle SchoolGrades: 8-9Distance: 2.5 mi
- 9/10Johnston Senior High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Johnston
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Meredith
- 5301 Merced St





