Welcome to this beautifully meticulously cared for ranch-style home, tucked away on a quiet street just minutes from Merle Hay Mall in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa. Move- in ready and full of charm, this home features thoughtful upgrades throughout. Step into the cozy living room, highlighted by a striking brick wood-burning fireplace- perfect for relaxing evenings. The updated and open concept kitchen includes sleek stainless steel appliances, offering a modern touch. Bathroom on main level has been updated and this home offers a second bathroom and laundry on lower level. You'll also appreciate the spacious 2-car garage and a fully fenced backyard and new driveway bring added value. An added bonus is the large enclosed porch, perfect for extra storage or a flexible bonus area. Lots of landscaping improvements round out a easy living home for the next family. Don't miss your chance to call this inviting, move-in ready home yours.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
7,500 sq ftLot Size
$247Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kathy Millikan• Realty ONE Group Impact
Contact: (515) 631-8628
Bought with Misty Darling• BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Welcome to this charming ranch home located on a serene street near Merle Hay Mall in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa. This move-in ready gem has undergone delightful updates that enhance its appeal. The inviting living room features a striking brick wood-burning fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings. The kitchen showcases newer stainless steel appliances, ensuring a sleek and modern cooking experience. Fresh interior and exterior paint, along with new light fixtures, create a revitalized atmosphere throughout the entire house. You'll be pleased to find a beautifully remodeled bathroom, adding a touch of luxury to your daily routine. The clean and dry basement provides ample storage space or the potential for additional living areas. With a spacious 2-car garage, parking is a breeze. The partially fenced-in back yard offers privacy and plenty of room for outdoor activities. Additionally, the large enclosed porch, thoughtfully added by a previous owner, provides bonus space or serves as additional convenient storage. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful move-in ready home your own!
Public Records
Apr 1, 2016
Sold
$110,000
$111/sq ft
DMMLS #504404
Mar 30, 2016
Sold
$109,900
$111/sq ft
Sep 16, 2015
Listed
$111,900
$113/sq ft
+4
Wow! Open floor plan ranch with around 1,000 sq. ft. with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. The home has a two car garage, back enclosed porch for more square footage and fenced-in backyard with water feature. There are no neighbors behind the home. All appliances stay including washer & dryer. A lot of updates have been done in the past few years including new roof, new windows, air conditioner and exterior paint. Inside updates are all new interior paint, flooring, kitchen counter, remodeled baths, furnace, water heater and appliances. Everything has been done for you, you just need to move right in and enjoy!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,638 (+8.3%)
$46,300 + $151,600
$197,900
2024
$3,358 (−1.1%)
$41,800 + $139,400
$181,200
2023
$3,396 (+0.8%)
$41,800 + $139,400
$181,200
2022
$3,368 (−2.4%)
$36,400 + $116,600
$153,000
2021
$3,452 (−7.8%)
$36,400 + $116,600
$153,000
2020
$3,744 (+19.2%)
$36,400 + $116,600
$153,000
2019
$3,142 (+1.2%)
$33,200 + $107,000
$140,200
2018
$3,104 (+8.4%)
$33,200 + $107,000
$140,200
2017
$2,864 (+1.1%)
$29,200 + $96,200
$125,400
2016
$2,834 (+7.2%)
$26,100 + $88,300
$114,400
2013
$2,644
$25,900 + $89,500
$115,400
Tax history for 3504 56th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,638 (+8.3%)
$46,300 + $151,600
$197,900
2024
$3,358 (−1.1%)
$41,800 + $139,400
$181,200
2023
$3,396 (+0.8%)
$41,800 + $139,400
$181,200
2022
$3,368 (−2.4%)
$36,400 + $116,600
$153,000
2021
$3,452 (−7.8%)
$36,400 + $116,600
$153,000
2020
$3,744 (+19.2%)
$36,400 + $116,600
$153,000
2019
$3,142 (+1.2%)
$33,200 + $107,000
$140,200
2018
$3,104 (+8.4%)
$33,200 + $107,000
$140,200
2017
$2,864 (+1.1%)
$29,200 + $96,200
$125,400
2016
$2,834 (+7.2%)
$26,100 + $88,300
$114,400
2013
$2,644
$25,900 + $89,500
$115,400
*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
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
992
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10007657000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 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.