Completely remodeled and move-in ready, this charming 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of modern updates and everyday convenience, with the added benefit of a driveway conveniently located off Snyder Avenue. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a functional layout, this home has been thoughtfully updated throughout. Recent improvements include new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpet, fresh finishes, and beautiful quartz countertops in the kitchen. The finished upper level serves as a spacious third bedroom, adding valuable living space and flexibility. The convenience of first-floor laundry makes daily living easy, while a brand-new water heater provides added peace of mind. Bright and inviting living spaces offer plenty of room to relax and entertain, and the spacious yard provides opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and schools, this home is ready for its next owner to move in and enjoy all the recent updates.
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
2906 Merle Hay Rd · $224,500
$225K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $225K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
70 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.9%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Window treatments
Unfinished basement
Bedrooms
2 main level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stove
Laundry & utility
Main level laundry
Flooring
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Electric forced-air heating
Gas heating
Exterior features
Deck
Concrete road frontage
Residential zoning
Home design
Resale property
Parking
Detached one-car garage
Security
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Vinyl siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Built with typical residential construction materials
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Other
$1,803 annual tax (provided for reference)
Electricity and solar
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1 1/2 Story home is a bank foreclosure and sold as-is, with an excellent opportunity for owner occupant to paint themselves a bargain. Already has big items updated including vinyl siding, windows, recent furnace & central air and front and rear decks. It was built in 1934 with over 1292 sf of finished area plus a full basement and 1 1/2 car garage. The 1st floor has 2 bedrooms, full bath, updated kitchen with oak cabinetry (includes the stove & microwave) The breakfast bar is open to the dining area & formal living room. Upstairs has HUGE master bedroom.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,606 (+2.2%)
$47,900 + $161,000
$208,900
2024
$3,530 (−0.5%)
$43,200 + $146,700
$189,900
2023
$3,548 (+0.9%)
$43,200 + $146,700
$189,900
2022
$3,518 (+2.4%)
$37,600 + $121,800
$159,400
2021
$3,436 (−3.6%)
$37,600 + $121,800
$159,400
2020
$3,564 (+8.1%)
$37,600 + $121,800
$159,400
2019
$3,298 (+1.2%)
$34,300 + $112,000
$146,300
2018
$3,258 (+9.0%)
$34,300 + $112,000
$146,300
2017
$2,988 (+6.3%)
$30,200 + $101,000
$131,200
2016
$2,812 (+18.8%)
$26,900 + $92,100
$119,000
2013
$2,368
$25,500 + $89,000
$114,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,804 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,026
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,026
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10013131001000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Apr 21, 2026.
NX1
Neighborhood Mix District
NX1 is intended for a mix of single- and smaller-scaled multiple-household uses and building forms to preserve the scale and character of the existing neighborhood while allowing for new infill housing.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
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
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2906 Merle Hay Rd
$220,645
$3,855 under list price of $225K
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