Sold for $208,600 on 12/12/25
Zestimate®
$208,600
1215 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
912sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$208,600 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$1,376 Estimated rent
Home value
$208,600
$198,000 - $219,000
$1,376/mo
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What's special
This Merle Hay home is full of thoughtful details inside and out. You'll love the high ceilings and open flow between the kitchen and living room, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is a showstopper with granite countertops and a gas stove that even non-cooks will appreciate. The versatile layout offers flexibility, including a main bedroom with an attached bonus room ideal for a walk-in closet, office, cozy sitting area or even a nursery.
The refinished basement adds even more living space and another bonus room, giving you plenty of room to spread out. Need storage? You'll find an organized tote system in the space beneath the garage, perfect for keeping everything neatly in place.
Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard that's great for kids, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. The location is ideal with quick access to local amenities including shopping, parks, and restaurants. BONUS: This home is in a NFC lending area, offering access to special loan programs and potential grants for home improvements, an amazing opportunity for first-time buyers to build equity in a growing community. Come see why this adorable home could be the perfect start to your homeownership journey!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 15, 2025 at 09:55am
Listed by:
Sara Hopkins (515)710-6030,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Jaime Blue
JLN Realty Company, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 730049
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 912
- Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 6,621 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 10011951000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $208,600-2.9%$229/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Pending sale | $214,900$236/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $214,900+25.3%$236/sqft |
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| 8/13/2021 | Sold | $171,500+164.3%$188/sqft |
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| 7/29/2019 | Listing removed | $64,900$71/sqft |
Source: Birkenholz Real Estate #576930 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,306 -5.5% | $178,500 |
| 2023 | $3,500 +37.9% | $178,500 +13.4% |
| 2022 | $2,538 +2.3% | $157,400 +45.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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