This brick home in the Merle Hay neighborhood has the kind of curb appeal that just feels welcoming from the moment you pull up. The extra-long driveway is a nice bonus too — plenty of room for parking without feeling cramped. Inside, the living room has a comfortable, everyday feel with space to spread out and make it your own. The kitchen is cozy and practical, perfect for easy meals and simple mornings. Both bedrooms are a good size, and the clean, unfinished basement gives you tons of extra storage or room to create whatever you need down the road. The attic is another great feature — currently unfinished, but full of potential. Whether you imagine a third bedroom, a quiet office, it’s a blank slate ready for your ideas. Out back, the large yard gives you plenty of breathing room. It’s the kind of space where you can garden, host summer get-togethers, or just enjoy some fresh air. If you want a home with classic charm, a central location, and the flexibility to make it truly yours over time, this one is a fantastic fit.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
6,600 sq ftLot Size
$192Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jake Escher• RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Listed by Jayce Schorn-Pedro• RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Est. $1,170 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1243 Merle Hay Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBOR #69029
Mar 3, 2026
Sold
$180,000
$192/sq ft
Jan 21, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 14, 2026
Price Changed
$185,000
$197/sq ft
Dec 4, 2025
Listed
$200,000
$213/sq ft
+15
This brick home in the Merle Hay neighborhood has the kind of curb appeal that just feels welcoming from the moment you pull up. The extra-long driveway is a nice bonus too — plenty of room for parking without feeling cramped. Inside, the living room has a comfortable, everyday feel with space to spread out and make it your own. The kitchen is cozy and practical, perfect for easy meals and simple mornings. Both bedrooms are a good size, and the clean, unfinished basement gives you tons of extra storage or room to create whatever you need down the road. The attic is another great feature — currently unfinished, but full of potential. Whether you imagine a third bedroom, a quiet office, it's a blank slate ready for your ideas. Out back, the large yard gives you plenty of breathing room. It's the kind of space where you can garden, host summer get-togethers, or just enjoy some fresh air. If you want a home with classic charm, a central location, and the flexibility to make it truly yours over time, this one is a fantastic fit.
DMMLS #731088
Mar 3, 2026
Sold
$180,000
$192/sq ft
Jan 21, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 14, 2026
Price Changed
$185,000
$197/sq ft
Dec 4, 2025
Listed
$200,000
$213/sq ft
DMMLS #519843
Aug 26, 2016
Sold
$123,000
$131/sq ft
Jun 10, 2016
Listed
$128,000
$137/sq ft
+10
Nice 2 bedroom brick home w/ 937 square feet on main level plus 327 square feet potential in unfinished attic. The home is located less than 5 minutes from the Merle Hay Shopping Center which offers restaurants, shopping and entertainment!
Public Records
Sep 16, 2005
Sold
$131,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 26, 2005
Sold
$120,000
$128/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,454 (+2.2%)
$38,600 + $165,400
$204,000
2024
$3,380 (−5.8%)
$34,000 + $148,300
$182,300
2023
$3,590 (+0.8%)
$34,000 + $148,300
$182,300
2022
$3,560 (+5.1%)
$30,700 + $130,500
$161,200
2021
$3,386 (−3.6%)
$30,700 + $130,500
$161,200
2020
$3,512 (+10.1%)
$30,700 + $130,500
$161,200
2019
$3,190 (+1.2%)
$27,300 + $117,000
$144,300
2018
$3,152 (+12.1%)
$27,300 + $117,000
$144,300
2017
$2,812 (+9.6%)
$23,900 + $103,300
$127,200
2016
$2,566 (−4.2%)
$20,800 + $91,700
$112,500
2013
$2,678
$19,100 + $86,200
$105,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
132 ft.
Lot size
6,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
937
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10011944000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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.