SELLER IS OFFERING A 2-1 BUY DOWN! Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located just off Merle Hay and Douglas Avenue close to shopping, restaurants, and parks! This classic home features original hardwood floors, a 1-car garage, and sits on a double lot, offering plenty of outdoor space for entertaining, gardening, or future expansion.
With solid bones and tons of potential, this property is ready for its next owner to come in and add their personal touches. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or looking for a project with great upside in a convenient Des Moines location, this home is full of opportunity! All information obtained from seller and public record.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (11/25)
$169,420
3640 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
972sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$174/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original hardwood floorsDouble lot
- 78 days |
- 564 |
- 49 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 22, 2025 at 06:33am
Listed by:
Bo Cosens 515-223-9492,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 728713
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 972
- Total interior livable area: 972 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Wood,Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 149
Details
- Parcel number: 10012390001000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl 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: $174/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $123,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,477
- Date on market: 10/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 80 days
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Price change | $169,420-2.9%$174/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Price change | $174,420-5.4%$179/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $184,420+89.1%$190/sqft |
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| 1/7/2015 | Listing removed | $97,500$100/sqft |
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| 12/16/2014 | Price change | $97,500-1%$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,428 -2.6% | $123,400 |
| 2023 | $2,494 +0.8% | $123,400 +16.6% |
| 2022 | $2,474 +2.4% | $105,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$929/mo
Principal & interest
$657
Property taxes
$213
Home insurance
$59
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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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