Opportunity awaits at the end of the road! Nestled on a quiet dead-end street, this 3-bedroom ranch is perfect for those seeking a peaceful NW location. It’s a solid "diamond in the rough" that needs a little TLC to reach its full potential. Close to all the local entertainment and dining, yet feeling worlds away from the hustle and bustle. Sold As-Is—bring your contractor and discover the possibilities of this private retreat.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (5/15)
$170,000
3201 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
952sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
7,492 Square Feet Lot
$164,700 Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quiet dead-end street
- 25 days |
- 860 |
- 27 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dawn Guyer (515)305-5977,
EXP Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740185
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Daylight
Interior area
- Total structure area: 952
- Total interior livable area: 952 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 7,492 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 150
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 100/05514000000
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
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: $179/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $184,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,178
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$164,700
$156,000 - $173,000
$1,445/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $170,000-2.9%$179/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $175,000+40.6%$184/sqft |
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| 7/20/2007 | Sold | $124,500+21.5%$131/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #306148 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2003 | Sold | $102,500+25%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2000 | Sold | $82,000$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,178 +2.3% | $184,200 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $3,108 -2.4% | $168,500 |
| 2023 | $3,186 +0.8% | $168,500 +16.9% |
| 2022 | $3,160 +2.8% | $144,100 |
| 2021 | $3,074 -3.6% | $144,100 +9.3% |
| 2020 | $3,188 +7.9% | $131,800 |
| 2019 | $2,954 +1.2% | $131,800 +11.3% |
| 2018 | $2,918 | $118,400 |
| 2017 | $2,918 +12.7% | $118,400 +10.7% |
| 2016 | $2,590 | $107,000 |
| 2015 | $2,590 +9.6% | $107,000 +5.7% |
| 2014 | $2,364 | $101,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $101,200 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $101,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $101,500 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $106,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $106,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $106,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $106,200 +5.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $100,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $100,700 +14.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $87,730 +13.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,490 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,490 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Merle Hay
- 3201 57th St





