Move right into this updated and well-cared-for Des Moines home offering the perfect blend of character, comfort, and peace of mind. With major system updates already completed and a convenient central location, this home is ready to enjoy from day one. Inside, you'll find inviting living spaces filled with natural light and a functional layout designed for everyday living. The spacious upper-level bedroom with its own half bath provides exceptional flexibility, making it an ideal primary suite, guest retreat, home office, or bonus space. The heavy lifting has already been done, with major improvements including a complete electrical rewire, updated AC, newer furnace, newer roof, sewer line replacement in 2018, and a radon mitigation system already in place. These valuable updates offer the confidence buyers are looking for. Outside, the oversized fenced backyard creates a private setting for entertaining, relaxing, gardening, or letting pets play. The large deck is ready for summer cookouts and gatherings, while the detached garage provides added storage and convenience. Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major commuting routes, this home delivers affordability, flexibility, and updates that are hard to find at this price point. Don't miss your chance to own a move-in-ready home with space to enjoy inside and out. Located in a qualified NFC location! Ask about available down payment & home improvement programs.
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
2102 55th St · $249,999
DAYS ON MARKET
73 days
The average home goes pending in 28 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$249,999
Median sale price in this area is $323,937. (30% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
2 price drops
27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Unfinished basement
Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Exterior features
Concrete road frontage
Lot dimensions approximately 55 x 142
Home design
Residential property
Parking
Detached one-car garage
Construction
Metal siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Built on a 0.179-acre lot
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Experience the timeless allure of this 1.5 story home. Sunlight floods every room of this immaculate, move-in ready home. The main level provides a generous living room seamlessly connected to a centrally located dining area, a charming galley kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find an inviting primary bedroom with its own half bathroom, blending the original charm with subtle updates. Checking the final box is a garage, making life even more convenient. Enjoy easy living with a short drive to all metro amenities via I-235, providing quick access to downtown or the suburbs. Notable updates: roof replaced (2020), sewer line replacement (2019), radon mitigation (2018), some newer exterior doors, newer garage siding.
DMMLS #567317
Sep 14, 2018
Sold
$158,000
$117/sq ft
Aug 20, 2018
Pending
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Aug 13, 2018
Listed
$163,500
$121/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,402 (+2.0%)
$60,500 + $180,600
$241,100
2024
$4,314 (+1.1%)
$54,400 + $164,900
$219,300
2023
$4,266 (+0.8%)
$54,400 + $164,900
$219,300
2022
$4,234 (+5.9%)
$46,400 + $134,600
$181,000
2021
$3,998 (−3.8%)
$46,400 + $134,600
$181,000
2020
$4,154 (+14.1%)
$46,400 + $134,600
$181,000
2019
$3,642 (+1.2%)
$40,900 + $119,300
$160,200
2018
$3,598 (+7.8%)
$40,900 + $119,300
$160,200
2017
$3,338 (+10.9%)
$36,900 + $110,400
$147,300
2016
$3,010 (+7.3%)
$33,400 + $101,800
$135,200
2013
$2,804
$30,500 + $94,800
$125,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
55 ft.
Lot depth
142 ft.
Lot size
7,810 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,355
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,355
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10001557000000
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Nov 5, 2024 • Final
Electrical (residential) - other
Electrical
Feb 9, 2024 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - other
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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21
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Feb
Mar
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Jul
Aug
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Sun exposure
94/ 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.
9.7 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2102 55th St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $216,500 and $288,500.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $217K to $289K.