Welcome to easy one-floor living in this beautifully refreshed home located in the heart of Des Moines' Merle Hay neighborhood. The home has been thoughtfully updated throughout, featuring a stylish kitchen with sleek appliances, modern finishes, and timeless charm. Arched doorways add character and create a natural flow from room to room, while the updated bathroom and functional layout make everyday living effortless. Step outside to a spacious backyard—ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own outdoor retreat. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this home checks all the boxes.
For sale
$182,500
3912 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
828sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1947
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$181,100 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern finishesArched doorways add characterStylish kitchenSleek appliancesUpdated bathroomBeautifully refreshed homeTimeless charm
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 06, 2026 at 12:57pm
Listed by:
Quartz Team Realty 515-451-0347,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER,
James Edwards 515-802-7229,
RE/MAX Real Estate Center-Urbandale
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 69371
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 828
- Total interior livable area: 828 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 828
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,276.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 140
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 10000895000000
- Zoning: N3B
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1947
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: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $178,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,100
- Date on market: 2/6/2026
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Estimated market value
$181,100
$172,000 - $190,000
$1,300/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $182,500$220/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #733963 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $182,500$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Price change | $182,500-5.2%$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Price change | $192,500-3.8%$232/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #67917 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $200,000-2.4%$242/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721708 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,100 -2.7% | $157,600 |
| 2023 | $3,186 +0.8% | $157,600 +16.6% |
| 2022 | $3,162 -0.3% | $135,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,002/mo
Principal & interest
$708
Property taxes
$230
Home insurance
$64
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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