Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath bi-attached split-foyer home, ideally located in the desirableJohnston School District. Situated near Merle Hay Mall with numerous amenities, including eateries, supermarkets, parks, and ease of access to the I-80 interstate. The main level features hardwood flooring in the living room, dining area, and kitchen. The primary bedroom is located on the main floor, while the lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious family room with a fireplace. All carpeted bedrooms and the family room enhance the home's comfort and appeal. Step outside to a rear deck overlooking a good-sized backyard with no direct neighbors behind, perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. With no HOA fees, this move-in ready home combines value, privacy, and an excellent location.
Sold for $214,000
$214,000
4542 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
880sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$213,800 Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$1,549 Estimated rent
Home value
$213,800
$203,000 - $224,000
$1,549/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 20, 2025 at 11:17am
Listed by:
Kenneth Mwirichia (515)201-6664,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Stephen Munywe 515-770-9271,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Kenneth Mwirichia
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 724799
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 880
- Total interior livable area: 880 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 832
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 36 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10012844653003
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Sold | $214,000-2.7%$243/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #724799 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Pending sale | $219,900$250/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #724799 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $219,900+46.6%$250/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #724799 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2016 | Sold | $150,000-2.6%$170/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #520711 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2016 | Listed for sale | $154,000$175/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #520711 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,248 -1.3% | $178,700 |
| 2023 | $3,292 -9.3% | $178,700 +14.6% |
| 2022 | $3,628 +6.7% | $155,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Meredith
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lawson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Johnston Middle SchoolGrades: 8-9Distance: 2.3 mi
- 9/10Johnston Senior High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Johnston
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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