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 a brand new roof and gutters in 2026, 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.
Sold for $157,000
$157,000
3640 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
972sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.34 Acres Lot
$151,300 Zestimate®
$162/sqft
$1,371 Estimated rent
Home value
$151,300
$144,000 - $159,000
$1,371/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 13, 2026 at 09:07am
Listed by:
Bo Cosens 515-223-9492,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Emily Nguyen
My Real Estate Company
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 728713
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & 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
- 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 & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $157,000-0.6%$162/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Pending sale | $157,900$162/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Price change | $157,900-4.3%$162/sqft |
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| 2/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $165,000+3.2%$170/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Listing removed | $159,900$165/sqft |
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| 1/13/2026 | Price change | $159,900-5.6%$165/sqft |
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| 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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| 11/13/2014 | Price change | $98,500-1%$101/sqft |
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| 10/29/2014 | Price change | $99,500+1%$102/sqft |
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| 10/16/2014 | Price change | $98,500-1%$101/sqft |
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| 8/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $99,500+45.3%$102/sqft |
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| 6/22/2012 | Sold | $68,500-0.7%$70/sqft |
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| 2/1/2012 | Sold | $69,000-11.5%$71/sqft |
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| 9/22/2009 | Sold | $78,000+81.4%$80/sqft |
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| 6/15/2009 | Sold | $43,000-19.5%$44/sqft |
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| 4/25/2009 | Price change | $53,400-8.6%$55/sqft |
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| 4/2/2009 | Price change | $58,400-7.9%$60/sqft |
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| 3/14/2009 | Price change | $63,400-7.3%$65/sqft |
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| 2/25/2009 | Listed for sale | $68,400-10.6%$70/sqft |
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| 8/18/2005 | Sold | $76,500+22.4%$79/sqft |
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| 5/30/1997 | Sold | $62,500$64/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,478 +2.1% | $135,200 +9.6% |
| 2024 | $2,428 -2.6% | $123,400 |
| 2023 | $2,494 +0.8% | $123,400 +16.6% |
| 2022 | $2,474 +2.4% | $105,800 |
| 2021 | $2,416 -3.7% | $105,800 +9.3% |
| 2020 | $2,510 +7.7% | $96,800 |
| 2019 | $2,330 +1% | $96,800 +11.6% |
| 2018 | $2,306 | $86,700 |
| 2017 | $2,306 +12.1% | $86,700 +11% |
| 2016 | $2,058 | $78,100 |
| 2015 | $2,058 +2.8% | $78,100 -0.1% |
| 2014 | $2,002 | $78,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $78,200 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $78,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $78,500 +1.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $77,500 -26.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $105,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $105,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $105,500 +12.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $94,000 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $87,170 +13.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $76,840 |
| 2001 | -- | $76,840 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Merle Hay
- 3640 57th St