SHOWSTOPPER ALERT! Completely remodeled in 2018, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath turnkey Ranch has been turned into a modern masterpiece. Open concept with high-end finishes such as quartz countertops and a tiled backsplash and shower, this complete overhaul included a new roof, windows, flooring, plumbing, wiring, water heater, A/C, HVAC, stainless appliances, and reinforced foundation as well as well as a large 1 car garage with not one, but two concrete driveways. This one won't last, so call today for your private showing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
8,763 sq ftLot Size
$213Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Nicholas Scar• Iowa Realty Jordan Creek
Listed by Katie Schafer• Iowa Realty Jordan Creek
Bought with Karoline Benskin• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Must see this completely remodeled 3 bed/2 bath move in ready home- Beautiful Craftsman/contemporary addition and finishes. Complete with high end finishes this home has it all: Quartz Counters in kitchen and bathrooms, tile backsplash, Master bedroom has walk in closet and master bath w/ tiled shower and tile floor. Vaulted Ceilings, New Truss roof, sheeting and shingles. New windows, New floors throughout, New insulation, New siding, New plumbing, New electric wiring, New water heater, New A/C, New HVAC, New Electric Fireplace, New Stainless Appliances, New Landscaping, Reinforced foundation. New extra large 1 car garage and 2 new concrete driveways.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,706 (−1.0%)
$43,200 + $145,200
$188,400
2023
$3,744 (+6.8%)
$43,200 + $145,200
$188,400
2022
$3,506 (+2.3%)
$37,600 + $121,300
$158,900
2021
$3,426 (−3.6%)
$37,600 + $121,300
$158,900
2020
$3,554 (+81.7%)
$37,600 + $121,300
$158,900
2019
$1,956 (+1.0%)
$34,300 + $111,600
$145,900
2018
$1,936 (+7.4%)
$34,300 + $111,600
$145,900
2017
$1,802 (−0.6%)
$30,200 + $42,600
$72,800
2016
$1,812 (+7.9%)
$26,900 + $39,700
$66,600
2013
$1,680
$26,800 + $41,400
$68,200
Tax history for 2502 Merle Hay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,706 (−1.0%)
$43,200 + $145,200
$188,400
2023
$3,744 (+6.8%)
$43,200 + $145,200
$188,400
2022
$3,506 (+2.3%)
$37,600 + $121,300
$158,900
2021
$3,426 (−3.6%)
$37,600 + $121,300
$158,900
2020
$3,554 (+81.7%)
$37,600 + $121,300
$158,900
2019
$1,956 (+1.0%)
$34,300 + $111,600
$145,900
2018
$1,936 (+7.4%)
$34,300 + $111,600
$145,900
2017
$1,802 (−0.6%)
$30,200 + $42,600
$72,800
2016
$1,812 (+7.9%)
$26,900 + $39,700
$66,600
2013
$1,680
$26,800 + $41,400
$68,200
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,638 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
996
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10042525479035
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Dec 19, 2024 • Final
Plumbing (residential) - other
Plumbing
Apr 18, 2019 • Final
Tidemark import - ele
Electrical
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.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Laundry Information
Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Equipment
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Other Features: Cable TV
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.201
Lot Size Acres: 0.201
Lot Size Dimensions: 62X140
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: Res
Property Information
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Slab
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,219.34
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: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 996
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,638 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Polk County
APN: 10042525479035
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Hillis Elementary School
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Meredith Middle School
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5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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$224,000 – $271,000
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