Well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch home in the heart of Des Moines with quick interstate access and close proximity to bike trails and walking paths. This home features beautiful original oak hardwood floors, a refreshed kitchen and updated bathroom, and a partially finished basement offering additional living space or rec room potential. All kitchen appliances are included. Fully fenced backyard and storage shed—ideal for pets, entertaining, or outdoor living. SimpliSafe Security doorbell and back camera also included. Conveniently located near Beaverdale, shopping, restaurants, parks, and major commuter routes. Great opportunity for a truly move in ready home for first-time home buyers, downsizers, or investors looking for a solid rental property in a desirable location. Schedule your private showing today!
For sale
$215,000
1628 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
964sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated bathroomRefreshed kitchenFully fenced backyardStorage shed
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 20 hours ago
Listed by:
Ricky Grubb (515)779-2192,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 735390
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
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Egress Windows,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 964
- Total interior livable area: 964 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 250
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Storage
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 6,621.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 10011740000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- 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: $223/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $178,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,756
- Date on market: 3/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000+13.8%$223/sqft |
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| 8/8/2022 | Sold | $189,000$196/sqft |
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| 6/25/2022 | Pending sale | $189,000$196/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $189,000+278.8%$196/sqft |
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| 10/16/2014 | Sold | $49,900-35.6%$52/sqft |
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| 8/31/1999 | Sold | $77,500$80/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,296 -11.3% | $178,000 |
| 2023 | $3,716 +0.8% | $178,000 +12.9% |
| 2022 | $3,688 +4.7% | $157,700 |
| 2021 | $3,522 -3.7% | $157,700 +11.8% |
| 2020 | $3,658 +8.3% | $141,100 |
| 2019 | $3,378 +1% | $141,100 +12.3% |
| 2018 | $3,344 | $125,700 |
| 2017 | $3,344 +14.2% | $125,700 +13.1% |
| 2016 | $2,928 | $111,100 |
| 2015 | $2,928 -4.3% | $111,100 +11.5% |
| 2014 | $3,060 | $99,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $99,600 -10.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $110,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $110,900 -8.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $121,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $121,700 +3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $117,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $117,700 +16.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $101,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $101,100 +8.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $93,050 +14% |
| 2002 | -- | $81,590 |
| 2001 | -- | $81,590 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,380/mo
Principal & interest
$1109
Property taxes
$271
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 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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