OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2017 for $273K

$477,055

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,086/mo

•

1,790

sq ft

2834 Merced Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

Ever dream about having a home on a WOODED LOT, with a fenced-in yard, on a cul-de-sac? NOW is YOUR chance! This MUST SEE lrg 4br 2sty WALK-OUT home with a finished basement is located in one of the BEST neighborhoods and on one of the best lots in the city! The home is prominently positioned on one end of a very KID-FRIENDLY double cul-de-sac (with extremely low drive-by traffic). Surrounded by a lush wooded area that is perfect for hiking and nature watching, this PERFECT LOCATION leaves little to be desired. Hop on the bikes for a ride along the scenic Trestle Trail that is out back thru the woods and runs along the river and past a picturesque lake. Take a short walk to the opposite end of the cul-de-sac to take the kids to Woodlawn Park, which boasts of a B-ball court, tennis court, playground, soccer field, and neighborhood gardening project. Some of the updates and features include: 5 ft fence; lrg shed; custom stone bench; garage floor apoxy; new AC & gutters. JOHNSTON SCHOOLS!

Single-familyProperty Type

2008Year Built

0.27 acresLot Size

$267Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Jermaine Parkey • RE/MAX Concepts

Bought with Brett Fine • RE/MAX Concepts

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:DMMLS #533508

Redfin Estimate

$477,055

$204K since sold in April 2017$1,000 since August

Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 44.3% higher than the average sale price ($331K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$335,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,680 sq ft
4809 Sawyers Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 24, 2026
$355,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths1,488 sq ft
4517 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$280,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,006 sq ft
3414 Skyline Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$348,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,585 sq ft
4621 Sawyers Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$335,000
E
3 beds3 baths2,060 sq ft
3500 Skyline Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310

Claim this home to receive a free report every month with insights on the changing estimate.

Earn from this home

Sell

$272,587

Est. take-home

List your home with Redfin and save $4,771

Refinance

Est. cash available

Get cash now or lower your monthly rate

Rent

$2,311/mo

Redfin rental estimate

List your home for rent

Market trends in 50310, IA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.5%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$242K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

14d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

184

1 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 4 HRS AGO
$245,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,119 sq ft
1900 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
NEW 6 HRS AGO
$375,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,734 sq ft
3909 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
NEW 9 HRS AGO
$239,900
3 beds2 baths1,289 sq ft
2824 44th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
NEW 13 HRS AGO
$174,900
2 beds1 bath792 sq ft
1807 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
NEW 1 DAY AGO
$326,000
3 beds2 baths1,932 sq ft
2024 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$165,000
2 beds1 bath864 sq ft
1625 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$279,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,415 sq ft
3711 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
$129,500
3 beds1 bath874 sq ft
2527 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$274,900
3 beds1 bath1,010 sq ft
4306 41st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
$225,000
3 beds1 bath980 sq ft
1608 45th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
See all

Provided by Redfin

Sale history for 2834 Merced Dr

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #533508

Apr 11, 2017

Sold

$273,000

$153/sq ft

Mar 3, 2017

Listed

$275,000

$154/sq ft

DMMLS #510582

May 2, 2016

Sold

$260,000

$145/sq ft

Jan 25, 2016

Listed

$274,900

$154/sq ft

+13

This large 4-bd 4 bath home with finished W/ O LL makes a bold statement! If it’s not your statement that’s OK! W/ the seller offering $2000.00 paint allowance you can pick your colors and have a fresh /crisp home when you move in. So don’t sweat the small stuff and take a look at the rare amenities this home has to offer! With quick access to the scenic Trestle Trail & Woodlawn park the outdoor entertainment is nearly limitless. But wait there’s more! You have your own park like yard as this home is located in a secluded private neighborhood with an even more private hard to find wooded lot that is fenced in! With over 2500 Sq. Ft. of finish you simply can’t go wrong.

DMMLS #504901

Dec 30, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Sep 25, 2015

Listed

$265,000

$148/sq ft

DMMLS #431630

Jul 16, 2014

Sold

$240,000

$134/sq ft

Mar 10, 2014

Listed

$248,500

$139/sq ft

DMMLS #400552

Jun 22, 2012

Sold

$220,000

$123/sq ft

Apr 27, 2012

Listed

$229,500

$128/sq ft

DMMLS #328656

Jan 30, 2009

Sold

$257,800

$144/sq ft

May 8, 2008

Listed

$235,000

$131/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,200 (+4.8%)

$79,600 + $321,500

$401,100

2024

$6,870 (+5.2%)

$73,800 + $292,500

$366,300

2023

$6,530 (−9.3%)

$73,800 + $292,500

$366,300

2022

$7,198 (−0.3%)

$62,200 + $238,300

$300,500

2021

$7,220 (+1.9%)

$62,200 + $238,300

$300,500

2020

$7,086 (+0.9%)

$62,200 + $238,300

$300,500

2019

$7,024 (+1.1%)

$59,500 + $227,700

$287,200

2018

$6,948 (+9.3%)

$59,500 + $227,700

$287,200

2017

$6,356 (+787.7%)

$54,700 + $216,600

$271,300

2016

$716 (+11.2%)

$45,200 + $199,500

$244,700

2013

$644

$45,500 + $202,200

$247,700

Tax history for 2834 Merced Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,200 (+4.8%)

$79,600 + $321,500

$401,100

2024

$6,870 (+5.2%)

$73,800 + $292,500

$366,300

2023

$6,530 (−9.3%)

$73,800 + $292,500

$366,300

2022

$7,198 (−0.3%)

$62,200 + $238,300

$300,500

2021

$7,220 (+1.9%)

$62,200 + $238,300

$300,500

2020

$7,086 (+0.9%)

$62,200 + $238,300

$300,500

2019

$7,024 (+1.1%)

$59,500 + $227,700

$287,200

2018

$6,948 (+9.3%)

$59,500 + $227,700

$287,200

2017

$6,356 (+787.7%)

$54,700 + $216,600

$271,300

2016

$716 (+11.2%)

$45,200 + $199,500

$244,700

2013

$644

$45,500 + $202,200

$247,700

*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

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.27 Acres

Year renovated

2012

Sq. Ft.

2,740

Year built

2008

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

08006165220000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Finished, Walk-Out Access

Laundry Information
Features: Main Level

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

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

Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Other Features: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Cable TV, Window Treatments

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Builder Name: Keystone Homes, LLC

Exterior Features
Security Features: Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.274
Lot Size Acres: 0.274
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: PUD

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 746
Foundation Details: Poured

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,579.18

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: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,740
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Polk County
APN: 08006165220000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Lawson Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi

7/10

Johnston Middle School

Public 8-9 • Assigned • 3.5mi

8/10

Johnston Senior High School

Public 10-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi

9/10

Provided by GreatSchools

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

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Des Moines, IA • 50310

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

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.

10.3 hrs

4.1 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Estimated sale price

$454,000 – $549,000

Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $4,771 in fees. 3 minutes to get started.

Get a free, detailed breakdown of how we calculated your estimate.

Nearby similar homes

$399,900

3 beds2.5 baths3,023 sq ft

4002 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

$200,000

3 beds1 bath1,024 sq ft

4034 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50313

OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 4PM

$239,000

3 beds1 bath1,239 sq ft

4111 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

NEW 8 HRS AGO

$205,000

2 beds1 bath1,024 sq ft

3917 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50313

$255,000

3 beds2 baths1,124 sq ft

4032 Manor Ln, Des Moines, IA 50310

NEW 13 HRS AGO

$174,900

2 beds1 bath792 sq ft

1807 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

New listings for sale in 50310

NEW 4 HRS AGO

$245,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,119 sq ft

1900 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

NEW 6 HRS AGO

$375,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,734 sq ft

3909 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

NEW 9 HRS AGO

$239,900

3 beds2 baths1,289 sq ft

2824 44th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

NEW 13 HRS AGO

$174,900

2 beds1 bath792 sq ft

1807 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

NEW 1 DAY AGO

$326,000

3 beds2 baths1,932 sq ft

2024 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

$165,000

2 beds1 bath864 sq ft

1625 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

$279,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,415 sq ft

3711 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

$129,500

3 beds1 bath874 sq ft

2527 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

FOR SALE BY OWNER

$274,900

3 beds1 bath1,010 sq ft

4306 41st St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Home values near 2834 Merced Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2861 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1421 Sq. Ft.	$325,814
2854 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2125 Sq. Ft.	$471,060

Address	Redfin Estimate
2846 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1526 Sq. Ft.	$376,215
2849 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1435 Sq. Ft.	$430,561

Address	Redfin Estimate
2853 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1374 Sq. Ft.	$340,095
2858 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1494 Sq. Ft.	$403,055

Property information provided by DMMLS when last listed in 2017. This data may not match . Learn more.

Download the Redfin App on the Apple App Store

Download the Redfin App from the Google Play Store

Join us

Become an Agent

Get referrals

Careers

Find homes faster

About us

Find us

Subsidiaries

Affiliated Business

Countries

United States

Canada

Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.

Do not sell or share my personal information.

REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.

California DRE #01521930

Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures

New Mexico Real Estate Licenses

TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice

All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.

Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.

If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.

REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.

GreatSchools Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org.

50317 homes for sale
50265 homes for sale
50310 homes for sale
50311 homes for sale
50312 homes for sale

Houses for rent in Des Moines	Agents near me	Ankeny, IA homes for sale	Des Moines Housing Market
Houses for sale near me	Des Moines, IA homes for sale	Davenport, IA homes for sale
Land for sale near me	Iowa City, IA homes for sale	Dubuque, IA homes for sale
Open Houses near me	Cedar Rapids, IA homes for sale	Des Moines Property Records
Condos for sale near me	West Des Moines, IA homes for sale	IA New Listings

West Des Moines homes for sale
Urbandale homes for sale
Ankeny homes for sale

About this home

Redfin Estimate

Earn from this home

Market trends in 50310, IA

Sale history for 2834 Merced Dr

Tax history for 2834 Merced Dr

Public record

Property details

Around this home

Schools

Lifestyle

Climate risks

Historical weather

Sun exposure

Nearby similar homes

New listings for sale in 50310

Home values near 2834 Merced Dr

More real estate resources