Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow in the desirable Beaverdale neighborhood! Home has hardwood floors and a new roof in 2023. Whether you're looking for your first home or searching for your next investment, this Beaverdale bungalow is worth a look. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and neighborhood amenities. Schedule your showing today!
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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Market insights
3620 49th St · $125,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$125,000
Median sale price in this area is $314,350. (151% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
30% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Refrigerator, stove
Heating & cooling
Forced-air natural gas heating
Parking
Detached two-car garage
Construction
Asphalt shingle roof
Block foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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This very cute starter home is in great condition & is on a very large lot. This 2 bedroom home has been very well cared for and is in move-in condition. In addition to a good sized living room, there is an eating area next to the kitchen which has built-in appliances & mahogany kitchen cabinets. Appliances will stay including washer and dryer. There is a 2.5 detached garage that has extra storage space and a furnace. The beautiful back yard would be a great space for a garden. This is a wonderful location, close to Merle Hay Mall. This home is a must see!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,118 (+10.5%)
$69,000 + $125,500
$194,500
2025
$2,822 (−2.3%)
$69,000 + $125,500
$194,500
2024
$2,888 (−8.1%)
$61,200 + $111,700
$172,900
2023
$3,142 (+0.8%)
$61,200 + $111,700
$172,900
2022
$3,116 (+3.0%)
$53,200 + $92,400
$145,600
2021
$3,024 (−3.6%)
$53,200 + $92,400
$145,600
2020
$3,136 (+11.8%)
$53,200 + $92,400
$145,600
2019
$2,806 (+1.3%)
$48,900 + $84,200
$133,100
2018
$2,770 (+7.9%)
$48,900 + $84,200
$133,100
2017
$2,568 (+21.5%)
$42,600 + $73,600
$116,200
2016
$2,114 (+8.4%)
$38,800 + $67,900
$106,700
2013
$1,950
$33,300 + $58,300
$91,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
64 ft.
Lot depth
308 ft.
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
912
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
912
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10002163000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 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
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
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
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Redfin Estimate for 3620 49th St
$124,994
$6 under list price of $125K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $170K to $233K.