Cute, Affordable and fenced in! Say no more, You will love the convenience of this location, Located in the heart of the Merle Hay/ Beaverdale area. You are close to all the things, Shopping, dining, interstate, schools. Two bedrooms and 1 bath make this a fantastic option whether you are buying your 1st starter home or downsizing! Privacy abounds with a fully fenced in back yard and spacious 2 car garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$162Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tiffany Marcum• The American Real Estate Co.
Est. $1,336 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3613 53rd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #742728
Jul 10, 2026
Sold
$173,000
$162/sq ft
Jun 12, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 10, 2026
Listed
$173,000
$162/sq ft
DMMLS #733812
Apr 20, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 17, 2026
Price Changed
$170,000
$159/sq ft
Mar 26, 2026
Price Changed
$175,000
$164/sq ft
Mar 12, 2026
Price Changed
$185,000
$173/sq ft
Feb 18, 2026
Price Changed
$195,000
$183/sq ft
Feb 4, 2026
Listed
$200,000
$187/sq ft
DMMLS #568442
Oct 12, 2018
Sold
$120,000
$112/sq ft
Sep 4, 2018
Pending
—
Aug 28, 2018
Listed
$119,900
$112/sq ft
+12
Don't rent, own! Updates galore. High efficiency furnace/CA 3 years old. New roof in 2018. Stainless kitchen. Fireplace. Giant living room with lots of windows and wonderful laminate, kitchen too! Washer/dryer stay. Fenced yard plus over 500 sq ft of garage. Seller hit "refresh" all the way through this home! Come look.
DMMLS #449976
May 26, 2015
Sold
$78,500
$74/sq ft
Mar 9, 2015
Listed
$79,900
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,956 (+2.2%)
$46,700 + $128,000
$174,700
2024
$2,892 (−1.9%)
$41,400 + $116,100
$157,500
2023
$2,948 (+0.8%)
$41,400 + $116,100
$157,500
2022
$2,924 (+1.6%)
$36,000 + $98,000
$134,000
2021
$2,878 (−3.6%)
$36,000 + $98,000
$134,000
2020
$2,984 (+32.0%)
$36,000 + $98,000
$134,000
2019
$2,260 (+1.3%)
$33,100 + $90,800
$123,900
2018
$2,232 (+6.1%)
$33,100 + $90,800
$123,900
2017
$2,104 (+17.8%)
$28,800 + $63,800
$92,600
2016
$1,786 (−19.3%)
$26,300 + $60,000
$86,300
2013
$2,214
$22,800 + $53,100
$75,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,068
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10006963000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 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 5, 2011 • Final
Tidemark import - ele
Electrical
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.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Laundry Information
Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Wood Burning
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1607
Lot Size Acres: 0.1607
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Zoning: Res
Property Information
Foundation Details: Slab
Resale
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,161
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,068
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Polk County
APN: 10006963000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
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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
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 4% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
6.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$184,000 – $222,000
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