SOLD DEC 12, 2025

Off Market Dec 2025 for $208K

$235,357

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,380/mo

•

912

sq ft

1215 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311

About this home

This Merle Hay home is full of thoughtful details inside and out. You'll love the high ceilings and open flow between the kitchen and living room, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is a showstopper with granite countertops and a gas stove that even non-cooks will appreciate. The versatile layout offers flexibility, including a main bedroom with an attached bonus room ideal for a walk-in closet, office, cozy sitting area or even a nursery. The refinished basement adds even more living space and another bonus room, giving you plenty of room to spread out. Need storage? You'll find an organized tote system in the space beneath the garage, perfect for keeping everything neatly in place. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard that's great for kids, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. The location is ideal with quick access to local amenities including shopping, parks, and restaurants. BONUS: This home is in a NFC lending area, offering access to special loan programs and potential grants for home improvements, an amazing opportunity for first-time buyers to build equity in a growing community. Come see why this adorable home could be the perfect start to your homeownership journey!

Single-familyProperty Type

1924Year Built

6,600 sq ftLot Size

$258Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Sara Hopkins • RE/MAX Precision

Contact: (515) 710-6030

Bought with Jaime Blue • JLN Realty Company, LLC

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•Source:DMMLS #730049

Redfin Estimate

$235,357

$27K since sold in December 2025$3,000 since July

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Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 12.5% higher than the average sale price ($209K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$224,900
A
3 beds2 baths893 sq ft
1142 65th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$215,000
B
2 beds1.5 baths968 sq ft
1326 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$195,000
C
2 beds1 bath816 sq ft
1235 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
SOLD APR 2, 2026
$225,000
D
3 beds2 baths972 sq ft
1226 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$179,999
E
2 beds1 bath779 sq ft
1439 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$215,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,140 sq ft
1418 57th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50311

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$1,289/mo

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Market trends in 50311, IA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.9%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$244K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

24 MoM

New listings for sale

$399,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,366 sq ft
1617 32nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311
$137,000
2 beds1 bath766 sq ft
1538 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50311
$299,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,664 sq ft
3908 Maquoketa Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
$185,000
2 beds1.5 baths866 sq ft
1444 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
$145,000
3 beds2 baths1,527 sq ft
1144 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
$290,000
3 beds2 baths1,236 sq ft
1035 58th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
$152,500
3 beds1 bath879 sq ft
2736 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
$247,000
4 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft
1350 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311
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Sale history for 1215 Merle Hay Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Dec 18, 2025

Sold

$209,000

$229/sq ft

DMMLS #730049

Dec 12, 2025

Sold

$208,600

$229/sq ft

Nov 10, 2025

Pending

—

Nov 7, 2025

Listed

$214,900

$236/sq ft

DMMLS #633556

Aug 13, 2021

Sold

$171,500

$188/sq ft

Jul 20, 2021

Pending

—

Jul 15, 2021

Listed

$165,000

$181/sq ft

+20

This beautiful home is ready for you to move right in and make it yours! Whether you like to cook or not you are going to love showing off this kitchen, complete with gas stove and granite counter tops. You will love the high ceilings and open feeling in the living room and kitchen area. The main bedroom has a second room off of it that could be used for a walk in closet, an office or a sitting room. The attic could be finished and used as a third bedroom or a playroom. There is a second bathroom downstairs and another bonus room. The garage has plenty of room to park your car and a lot of extra storage space for all of your tools and toys. Just a couple minutes from I-235, parks and restaurants. This house is a must see!

DMMLS #576930

Jul 26, 2019

Sold

$55,000

$60/sq ft

Jun 27, 2019

Pending

—

Jun 21, 2019

Relisted

—

Jun 21, 2019

Listing Removed

—

Jun 13, 2019

Price Changed

$64,900

$71/sq ft

May 30, 2019

Relisted

—

May 7, 2019

Pending

—

Apr 11, 2019

Relisted

—

Mar 27, 2019

Pending

—

Feb 21, 2019

Listed

$84,900

$93/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,378 (+2.2%)

$38,600 + $161,600

$200,200

2024

$3,306 (−5.5%)

$34,000 + $144,500

$178,500

2023

$3,500 (+37.9%)

$34,000 + $144,500

$178,500

2022

$2,538 (+2.3%)

$30,700 + $126,700

$157,400

2021

$2,482 (−3.8%)

$30,700 + $77,800

$108,500

2020

$2,580 (+3.0%)

$30,700 + $77,800

$108,500

2019

$2,504 (+23.6%)

$27,300 + $72,200

$99,500

2018

$2,026 (+14.9%)

$27,300 + $72,200

$99,500

2017

$1,764 (+11.8%)

$23,900 + $64,300

$88,200

2016

$1,578 (−10.1%)

$20,800 + $56,200

$77,000

2013

$1,756

$19,100 + $52,300

$71,400

Tax history for 1215 Merle Hay Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,378 (+2.2%)

$38,600 + $161,600

$200,200

2024

$3,306 (−5.5%)

$34,000 + $144,500

$178,500

2023

$3,500 (+37.9%)

$34,000 + $144,500

$178,500

2022

$2,538 (+2.3%)

$30,700 + $126,700

$157,400

2021

$2,482 (−3.8%)

$30,700 + $77,800

$108,500

2020

$2,580 (+3.0%)

$30,700 + $77,800

$108,500

2019

$2,504 (+23.6%)

$27,300 + $72,200

$99,500

2018

$2,026 (+14.9%)

$27,300 + $72,200

$99,500

2017

$1,764 (+11.8%)

$23,900 + $64,300

$88,200

2016

$1,578 (−10.1%)

$20,800 + $56,200

$77,000

2013

$1,756

$19,100 + $52,300

$71,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

50 ft.

Lot depth

132 ft.

Lot size

6,600 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1970

Sq. Ft.

912

Year built

1924

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10011951000000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.

N3B

Neighborhood District

N3b is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s through 1970s typically in the ranch, split-level, or cottage style pursuant to House B building type in section 135-2.14 of this code and House C in section 135- 2.15 of this code.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Basement Information: Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Features: Main Level

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Interior Features
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fully Fenced, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio
Fencing: Chain Link, Full

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.152
Lot Size Acres: 0.152
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Zoning: N3B

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 200
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,767.17

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 912
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,600 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Polk County
APN: 10011951000000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Windsor Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

3/10

Merrill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

7/10

Roosevelt High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Des Moines, IA • 50311

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Estimated sale price

$224,000 – $271,000

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Home values near 1215 Merle Hay Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1239 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1667 Sq. Ft.	$282,992
1235 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1265 Sq. Ft.	$227,864

Address	Redfin Estimate
1211 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1195 Sq. Ft.	$224,888
1229 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 768 Sq. Ft.	$156,586

Address	Redfin Estimate
1233 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 832 Sq. Ft.	$178,860
1223 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 969 Sq. Ft.	$212,220

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