This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow in the heart of Des Moines has the right size in all the right places. You are greeted by a large mudroom that transitions into a flex room off the kitchen. The kitchen is welcoming with great counter space, a gas stove, and new appliances. Off the kitchen is the oversized living room. The primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a tiled shower! Fully fenced-in yard with an oversized garage. Don't miss out on this opportunity to start the next chapter on the right foot. Call today to schedule an appointment!
Merle Hay, located between I-235 and I-80/35, is a commercial and residential Des Moines neighborhood with a mall corridor and mid-century subdivisions. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Merle Hay Road and Douglas Avenue, where big-box storefronts, local eateries, and steady traffic set a pragmatic, on-the-go tone. Ranch houses and split-levels sit on curving streets, with pockets of apartments near the main arterials. Merle Hay Mall remains the defining landmark, shaping the area’s retail-first geography. The Des Moines Buccaneers at Buccaneer Arena add a loud, local sports ritual to the week. Sidewalks and multi-use paths link to nearby green space for a break from the corridor pace.
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Market insights
1822 55th St · $259,900
DAYS ON MARKET
85 days
The average home goes pending in 24 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.9%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$259,900
Median sale price in this area is $326,009. (25% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
28% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Accessible approach with ramp
Dining area
Bedrooms
3 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 three-quarter bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Stove
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Chain link and wood fencing
Rectangular lot
Concrete road access
Home design
Detached property
Parking
Detached two-car garage
Construction
Stone and vinyl siding exterior
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Partially finished basement (below-grade finished area exists)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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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
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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Historical weather
Des Moines, IA • 50310
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
5.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1822 55th St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $225,000 and $310,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $225K to $310K.