Wonderful 1.5 story full of updates, this home offers a great layout with space in all the right places. This home has seen a long list of updates, so the heavy lifting is already done for you. In 2025, the furnace and A/C were replaced and the upstairs bathroom was fully remodeled with LVP flooring, fresh paint, new vanity, baseboards, and popcorn ceilings removed. The roof, gutters, and gutter covers on both the house and garage were all replaced in 2024. Hardwood floors were refinished in 2023, along with a new dishwasher and updated vinyl windows in the primary and main floor bedroom. Additional improvements include LVP flooring and baseboards on the main level (2021), new carpet on the stairs and second floor (2022), and updated kitchen drain line and vent (2022).
The main level features a large living room, two bedrooms with hardwood floors, and a ¾ bath.Upstairs, you?ll find two more comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, giving everyone their own space.
The lower level adds even more flexibility with a rec room area, wet bar, and plenty of storage.
Just off the nice sized kitchen,the enclosed back porch is a standout feature and a great extension of the living space, in addition there is a 10 foot by 16 foot front concrete patio, no shortage of outdoor space here! Step out onto the deck and enjoy the backyard, an easy spot for relaxing or entertaining. The oversized 20x24 two-car garage gives you plenty of room for vehicles, tools, or hobbies.
For sale
$225,000
1521 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311
4beds
1,114sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$221,100 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New vanityFresh paintLvp flooringNew dishwasher
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brett Fine (515)314-8673,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 738750
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wet Bar, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,114
- Total interior livable area: 1,114 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 6,621.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10012085000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
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: $202/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $212,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,828
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$221,100
$210,000 - $232,000
$1,656/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000+15.4%$202/sqft |
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| 8/10/2021 | Sold | $195,000+60.5%$175/sqft |
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| 9/10/2009 | Sold | $121,500-2.7%$109/sqft |
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| 6/6/2009 | Listing removed | $124,900$112/sqft |
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| 5/23/2009 | Price change | $124,900-1.6%$112/sqft |
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| 4/19/2009 | Price change | $126,900-2.3%$114/sqft |
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| 4/4/2009 | Price change | $129,900-1.2%$117/sqft |
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| 3/31/2009 | Price change | $131,500-1.5%$118/sqft |
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| 3/7/2009 | Listed for sale | $133,500$120/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,828 +2% | $212,300 +11.3% |
| 2024 | $3,752 -2.6% | $190,700 |
| 2023 | $3,852 +9.2% | $190,700 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $3,526 +4.7% | $163,400 +2.3% |
| 2021 | $3,368 -3.6% | $159,700 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $3,494 +10.2% | $143,600 |
| 2019 | $3,170 +1.1% | $143,600 +13.5% |
| 2018 | $3,134 | $126,500 |
| 2017 | $3,134 +14.7% | $126,500 +12.5% |
| 2016 | $2,732 | $112,400 |
| 2015 | $2,732 +7.6% | $112,400 +4.1% |
| 2014 | $2,538 | $108,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $108,000 -10.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $120,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $120,600 -1.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $122,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $122,700 +3.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $118,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $118,800 +4.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $113,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $113,400 +9.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $103,820 +14.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $90,340 |
| 2001 | -- | $90,340 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,458/mo
Principal & interest
$1175
Property taxes
$283
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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
- 50311
- Merle Hay
- 1521 Merle Hay Rd




