OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2022 for $335K

$367,472

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,512/mo

•

1,678

sq ft

2980 Merced Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

You’re going to fall in love with this fantastic, updated 2-story in the Johnston school district with the best backyard view! This well-cared for home features over 2,000 sq ft of finished living space with 3 bedrooms & 3 1/2 baths! The main level has plenty of space to spread out - with a living room, formal dining room, & updated kitchen w/ new large center island, quartz countertops, new sink & range hood. Relax in the living room by the cozy fireplace with new built-in shelving. The upper level has a good-sized primary bedroom w/ full en suite & walk-in closet, 2 add'l bedrooms & full bathroom. Finished lower level provides additional family room and partial bath, great for weekend guests! There is a large, recently stained deck off of the kitchen leads to a beautiful, wooded, fenced-in backyard with new landscaping and fire pit area. Have peace of mind with many big-ticket items already updated: new roof in 2019, new lower lever carpet in 2020, new hard wood flooring. This is a great location close to trails and many parks including Woodland Park. All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Single-familyProperty Type

2009Year Built

9,580 sq ftLot Size

$219Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Sara Hopkins • RE/MAX Precision

Bought with Jayme Goodrich • RE/MAX Precision

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•Source:DMMLS #645907

Redfin Estimate

$367,472

$32K since sold in April 2022$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 7% higher than the average sale price ($343K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$335,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,680 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$348,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,585 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$353,500
C
4 beds2.5 baths1,562 sq ft
4604 Sawyers Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 24, 2026
$355,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths1,488 sq ft
4517 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD APR 6, 2026
$325,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths2,059 sq ft
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$99,294

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$1,813/mo

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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

13d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

182

2 MoM

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Sale history for 2980 Merced Dr

Date

Event

Price

DMMLS #645907

Apr 15, 2022

Sold

$335,000

$200/sq ft

Feb 22, 2022

Pending

—

Feb 17, 2022

Listed

$335,000

$200/sq ft

DMMLS #599935

Apr 10, 2020

Sold

$275,000

$164/sq ft

Mar 13, 2020

Pending

—

Feb 28, 2020

Listed

$279,900

$167/sq ft

+20

This home is a charmer with its covered front porch and timbered backyard. Inside you will find a large living room with gas fireplace, open kitchen layout with center island, pantry and eat-in dining area. There is a formal dining room/Den just off the kitchen and living room. The second floor includes the large master bedroom w/ walk-in shower and separate jet tub. The walk-in master closet has been updated with built-in drawers and shelving. The two extra bedrooms are nicely sized with great closet space. New carpet installed in lower level in 2020. The lower level also lets the natural light shine in with its daylight windows while enjoying the rec-room. The lower level also includes a 3/4 bath and laundry area. There is a large deck off of the kitchen that leads to the fenced backyard. This is a great location within the Johnston School District and is near trails and many parks including Woodland Park. Roof new in 2019. New carpet installed in lower level 2020.

DMMLS #544949

Sep 15, 2017

Sold

$265,000

$158/sq ft

Jul 28, 2017

Listed

$265,000

$158/sq ft

+20

Dreaming about having a home on a wooded lot on a cul-de-sac? Look no further! Must see 3 bedroom 3 1/2 bath located in one of the best neighborhoods. Minutes from downtown Des Moines. This hidden gem is family friendly with little to no traffic! If you love the outdoors you access to hiking and exploring simply by walking out your back door. Bike riders have access to Trestle Trail back thru the woods that runs along the river. Woodland Park is a short walk away with brand new tennis court and basketball court. Large Shed for additional storage. Johnston Schools!

DMMLS #351355

Dec 29, 2009

Sold

$245,570

$146/sq ft

Jul 27, 2009

Listed

$242,000

$144/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,572 (+4.8%)

$70,400 + $286,600

$357,000

2024

$6,270 (+5.1%)

$65,200 + $270,000

$335,200

2023

$5,966 (−12.2%)

$65,200 + $270,000

$335,200

2022

$6,798 (−0.3%)

$55,000 + $220,300

$275,300

2021

$6,818 (+5.3%)

$55,000 + $220,300

$275,300

2020

$6,472 (+0.8%)

$55,000 + $220,300

$275,300

2019

$6,418 (+1.1%)

$52,600 + $210,500

$263,100

2018

$6,348 (+8.2%)

$52,600 + $210,500

$263,100

2017

$5,866 (+747.7%)

$48,400 + $200,200

$248,600

2016

$692 (+11.6%)

$44,000 + $182,500

$226,500

2013

$620

$44,300 + $185,000

$229,300

Tax history for 2980 Merced Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,572 (+4.8%)

$70,400 + $286,600

$357,000

2024

$6,270 (+5.1%)

$65,200 + $270,000

$335,200

2023

$5,966 (−12.2%)

$65,200 + $270,000

$335,200

2022

$6,798 (−0.3%)

$55,000 + $220,300

$275,300

2021

$6,818 (+5.3%)

$55,000 + $220,300

$275,300

2020

$6,472 (+0.8%)

$55,000 + $220,300

$275,300

2019

$6,418 (+1.1%)

$52,600 + $210,500

$263,100

2018

$6,348 (+8.2%)

$52,600 + $210,500

$263,100

2017

$5,866 (+747.7%)

$48,400 + $200,200

$248,600

2016

$692 (+11.6%)

$44,000 + $182,500

$226,500

2013

$620

$44,300 + $185,000

$229,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

60 ft.

Lot depth

160 ft.

Lot size

9,580 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,678

Year built

2009

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

08006165231000

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

Virtual Tour

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

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

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

Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Other Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Play Structure, Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Storage
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.22
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Lot Size Dimensions: 60X159.7
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Zoning: PUD

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 653
Foundation Details: Poured

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,818
Tax Year: 2020

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: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,678
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,580 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 08006165231000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Lawson Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi

7/10

Johnston Middle School

Public 8-9 • Assigned • 3.4mi

8/10

Johnston Senior High School

Public 10-12 • Assigned • 5.9mi

9/10

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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

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Estimated sale price

$350,000 – $424,000

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Home values near 2980 Merced Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2997 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1271 Sq. Ft.	$321,820
2861 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1421 Sq. Ft.	$321,080

Address	Redfin Estimate
2993 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1472 Sq. Ft.	$333,882
2988 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1449 Sq. Ft.	$377,505

Address	Redfin Estimate
2989 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1447 Sq. Ft.	$334,769
2853 Merced Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1374 Sq. Ft.	$348,294

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