BIG potential, GREAT location, and room to make it your own! Discover the possibilities in this 3-bedroom ranch nestled in an established Des Moines neighborhood with convenient access to shopping, dining and I-235! Step inside to a spacious living/dining area that flows into the kitchen, featuring room for a cozy breakfast nook and access to the deck overlooking the backyard. Three bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level. The lower level expands your possibilities with a generous family room, office space, 3/4 bath, laundry, storage and a separate walkout to the backyard! Enjoy a deep . 22-acre lot, detached garage and major updates including newer roof and HVAC. Whether you're ready to make it your own or looking for an opportunity to build equity, this property is packed with potential! Ask about NFC financing options for eligible buyers.
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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Offer insights
2717 57th St · $200,000
$203K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $203K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
10 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Partially finished basement
Bedrooms
3 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 three-quarter bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove
Laundry & utility
Washer, dryer
Heating & cooling
Forced-air natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Wood fence
Rectangular lot
Home design
1 story
Parking
Detached one-car garage
Construction
Metal siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Move in ready home with many updates located in quiet neighborhood with park like back yard. No work needed here with recently remodeled kitchen, bath, flooring, high efficient Furnace, and new windows. Call today for a private showing!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,206 (+6.2%)
$51,400 + $175,400
$226,800
2025
$3,960 (+2.2%)
$51,400 + $175,400
$226,800
2024
$3,876 (−0.9%)
$46,500 + $161,000
$207,500
2023
$3,912 (+0.8%)
$46,500 + $161,000
$207,500
2022
$3,882 (+2.8%)
$40,400 + $134,500
$174,900
2021
$3,776 (−3.6%)
$40,400 + $134,500
$174,900
2020
$3,918 (+7.6%)
$40,400 + $134,500
$174,900
2019
$3,642 (+1.2%)
$36,800 + $123,100
$159,900
2018
$3,598 (+9.4%)
$36,800 + $123,100
$159,900
2017
$3,288 (+1.0%)
$32,500 + $111,500
$144,000
2016
$3,254 (+7.3%)
$28,900 + $101,200
$130,100
2013
$3,032
$28,600 + $102,600
$131,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
193 ft.
Lot size
9,650 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,008
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,008
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10003073000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 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
Jan 13, 2026 • 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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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2717 57th St
$200,346
$346 over list price of $200K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $183K to $223K.