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Off Market Jun 2025 for $265K

$283,095

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,866/mo

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1,548

sq ft

1800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

You'll love calling this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home! With a 4th non-conforming bedroom and multiple living spaces, there's room for everyone. The main level features three bedrooms and a cozy living room at the front of the house. Just off the kitchen, a huge family room offers stunning views of the oversized back deck perfect for entertaining. Keep your cars protected this winter in the detached 2-car garage, complete with brand-new epoxy floors. The finished basement provides a third living space, abundant storage, and a bonus 4th non-conforming bedroom. This home is move-in ready with a new roof, HVAC, AC unit, and a radon mitigation system to be installed before closing! Plus, you'll love the convenience of being near Merle Hay, with shopping, dining, and entertainment just minutes away. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Single-familyProperty Type

1947Year Built

7,200 sq ftLot Size

$183Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Chris Kew • RE/MAX Precision

Bought with Jason Stuyvesant • RE/MAX Concepts

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•Source:DMMLS #713596

Redfin Estimate

$283,095

$18K since sold in June 2025$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 15.8% higher than the average sale price ($245K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 4, 2026
1439 57th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50311
$274,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,249 sq ft
1439 57th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50311
SOLD JAN 28, 2026
$293,500
B
3 beds2 baths1,538 sq ft
6101 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
SOLD APR 28, 2026
$259,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,405 sq ft
1715 61st St, Des Moines, IA 50322
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$216,500
D
3 beds2 baths959 sq ft
1808 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$225,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,085 sq ft
1704 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$199,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths864 sq ft
2212 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

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Market trends in 50310, IA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.8%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$240K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

7 days MoM

Recently sold homes

185

29 MoM

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NEW 22 HRS AGO
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OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 2PM
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Sale history for 1800 Merle Hay Rd

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #713596

Jun 25, 2025

Sold

$265,000

$171/sq ft

May 14, 2025

Pending

—

Apr 9, 2025

Relisted

—

Mar 20, 2025

Pending

—

Mar 17, 2025

Listed

$265,000

$171/sq ft

DMMLS #662986

Jan 30, 2023

Sold

$210,000

$136/sq ft

Dec 23, 2022

Pending

—

Nov 1, 2022

Listed

$230,000

$149/sq ft

+29

You'll love calling this spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch your new home. The sprawling main level boasts three bedrooms with a living room on the front of the house. Just off the kitchen is a huge family room that looks out over the oversized back deck. This house offers more space than it appears from the street. Keep your cars out of the snow this winter in the 2 car detached garage. The basement offers a 3rd living space with tons of additional storage and bonus space. Come see what all this home has to offer for such an affordable price, we think you'll love what you find.

DMMLS #653263

Aug 31, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Aug 22, 2022

Relisted

—

Aug 11, 2022

Pending

—

Jul 13, 2022

Price Changed

$234,900

$152/sq ft

Jul 5, 2022

Relisted

—

Jun 28, 2022

Pending

—

Jun 2, 2022

Listed

$239,900

$155/sq ft

DMMLS #506172

Jun 10, 2016

Sold

$137,000

$89/sq ft

Oct 10, 2015

Listed

$139,900

$90/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,750 (+2.1%)

$42,100 + $221,300

$263,400

2024

$4,654 (+0.9%)

$37,100 + $199,500

$236,600

2023

$4,612 (+0.8%)

$37,100 + $199,500

$236,600

2022

$4,576 (+4.7%)

$33,500 + $171,100

$204,600

2021

$4,372 (−3.6%)

$33,500 + $171,100

$204,600

2020

$4,536 (+8.9%)

$33,500 + $171,100

$204,600

2019

$4,166 (+1.2%)

$29,800 + $154,000

$183,800

2018

$4,118 (+11.4%)

$29,800 + $154,000

$183,800

2017

$3,696 (+10.7%)

$26,100 + $137,400

$163,500

2016

$3,338 (−4.1%)

$22,700 + $122,500

$145,200

2013

$3,482

$20,600 + $113,700

$134,300

Tax history for 1800 Merle Hay Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,750 (+2.1%)

$42,100 + $221,300

$263,400

2024

$4,654 (+0.9%)

$37,100 + $199,500

$236,600

2023

$4,612 (+0.8%)

$37,100 + $199,500

$236,600

2022

$4,576 (+4.7%)

$33,500 + $171,100

$204,600

2021

$4,372 (−3.6%)

$33,500 + $171,100

$204,600

2020

$4,536 (+8.9%)

$33,500 + $171,100

$204,600

2019

$4,166 (+1.2%)

$29,800 + $154,000

$183,800

2018

$4,118 (+11.4%)

$29,800 + $154,000

$183,800

2017

$3,696 (+10.7%)

$26,100 + $137,400

$163,500

2016

$3,338 (−4.1%)

$22,700 + $122,500

$145,200

2013

$3,482

$20,600 + $113,700

$134,300

*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

60 ft.

Lot depth

120 ft.

Lot size

7,200 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1962

Sq. Ft.

1,548

Year built

1947

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10004855000000

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
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Wood Burning

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

Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Other Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Metal Siding

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

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.165
Lot Size Acres: 0.165
Lot Size Dimensions: 60X120
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 225
Foundation Details: Block

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,763.81

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,548
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,200 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Polk County
APN: 10004855000000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Windsor Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

3/10

Merrill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

7/10

Roosevelt High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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 • 50310

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In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in June and 4.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$269,000 – $326,000

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Home values near 1800 Merle Hay Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1708 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 940 Sq. Ft.	$204,303
1723 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1023 Sq. Ft.	$234,589

Address	Redfin Estimate
1813 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1085 Sq. Ft.	$225,092
1808 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1166 Sq. Ft.	$216,025

Address	Redfin Estimate
1817 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1023 Sq. Ft.	$218,210
1719 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 651 Sq. Ft.	$156,472

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