Charming and well maintained, this 1.5-story brick home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a layout filled with timeless character. The inviting galley kitchen is both functional and full of charm, while the main level features original hardwood floors, two bedrooms, and an updated bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find a third bedroom along with generous storage space. The partially finished basement includes the laundry area and provides additional storage and flexible space. Outside, enjoy a deck ideal for relaxing or entertaining, along with a detached 2-car garage. Many important maintenance items have already been completed, including the electrical panel, water heater, HVAC, roof, exterior brick tuckpointing, interior water lines, and appliances. Clean, cared for, and full of classic appeal, this home is move-in ready and easy to enjoy.
Pending
$245,000
1605 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,114sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$252,300 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basementOriginal hardwood floorsUpdated bathroomGenerous storage spaceInviting galley kitchen
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Listed by:
Abby Conley (515)865-8759,
LPT Realty, LLC,
Colin Panzi 515-339-0018,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 737647
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,114
- Total interior livable area: 1,114 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 400
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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: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 6,621.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 10011768000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $228,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,299
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$252,300
$240,000 - $265,000
$1,701/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/7/2026 | Pending sale | $245,000$220/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #737647 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,000+11.4%$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #737647 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2022 | Sold | $220,000-3.5%$197/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #648055 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2022 | Pending sale | $228,000$205/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #648055 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $228,000+75.5%$205/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #648055 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2012 | Sold | $129,900$117/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #404923 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2012 | Listed for sale | $129,900+6.9%$117/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Innovations, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2004 | Sold | $121,500$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,908 +2.1% | $228,100 +11.3% |
| 2024 | $3,826 -2.4% | $204,900 |
| 2023 | $3,920 +0.8% | $204,900 +17% |
| 2022 | $3,888 +4.6% | $175,200 |
| 2021 | $3,716 -3.6% | $175,200 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $3,854 +9% | $157,500 |
| 2019 | $3,536 +1.1% | $157,500 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $3,496 | $140,100 |
| 2017 | $3,496 +14.5% | $140,100 +12.4% |
| 2016 | $3,054 | $124,600 |
| 2015 | $3,054 +16.1% | $124,600 +11.6% |
| 2014 | $2,630 | $111,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $111,600 -10.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $124,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $124,300 -8.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $136,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $136,000 +3.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $131,600 +13.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $116,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $116,100 +8.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $107,080 +14.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $93,160 |
| 2001 | -- | $93,160 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,596/mo
Principal & interest
$1288
Property taxes
$308
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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
- 1605 56th St
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