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$165,000

Est. $1,219/mo —

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744

sq ft

3841 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

Located at 3841 55th Street in Des Moines' desirable Merle Hay neighborhood, this 1955-built ranch-style home offers comfortable living space with modern updates with classic charm! The open-concept layout is perfect for entertaining, featuring hardwood floors throughout and a renovated kitchen with concrete countertops and spacious cabinetry for storage! Key updates include, new ac and water heater, electrical, roof, windows and hardy plank siding! Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to shopping and dining options, and just minutes from major roadways for easy access to all that Des Moines has to offer. With all the updates already completed, all you need to do is unpack and make this charming house your home! This is an excellent opportunity for first-time homebuyers seeking a move-in ready residence in a vibrant community.

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

8,400 sq ftLot Size

$222Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Gina Hope • Goldfinch Realty Group

Contact: (515) 457-1177

Listing updated: Apr 10, 2025 at 10:36am

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•Source:DMMLS #715112

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$1,219 per month

Principal and interest$900

Property taxes

$226

HOA dues

Home insurance

$92

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Schools

K - 12
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Moore Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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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About Merle

Hay

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

3841 55th St · $165,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 28 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 1% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $323,937. (96% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1

Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Basement Information: Crawl Space

Laundry Information
Features: Main Level

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Electric

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

Interior Features
Flooring: Tile
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.193
Lot Size Acres: 0.193
Lot Size Dimensions: 60X140
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B

Property Information
Foundation Details: Block

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,717.66

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Gas

Electricity and solar

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Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Finished Sq. Ft.: 744
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 744
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10000964000000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Sale and tax history for 3841 55th St

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

May 19, 2025

Sold

$170,000

$228/sq ft

DMMLS #715112

Apr 10, 2025

Pending

—

Apr 8, 2025

Listed

$165,000

$222/sq ft

DMMLS #605589

Jul 10, 2020

Sold

$122,500

$165/sq ft

May 23, 2020

Pending

—

May 19, 2020

Listed

$120,000

$161/sq ft

+11

Pay less than rent for this adorable home tucked in the Merle Hay Neighborhood. The open concept layout gives great opportunity for entertaining and convenience. The renovated kitchen features concrete counter tops and beautiful cabinets. Hardwood floors through out. Walking distance from shopping and restaurants and only minutes away from Beaverdale Farmer's Market! Perfect for a first time home buyer and located in a wonderful, convenient north west Des Moines location.

Public Records

Dec 13, 2019

Sold

$133,500

$179/sq ft

DMMLS #454156

Jun 26, 2015

Sold

$98,000

$132/sq ft

May 11, 2015

Listed

$97,000

$130/sq ft

+12

Move right in to this tastefully updated ranch. As you enter the home, take note of the beautifully refinished hardwood floors. The professionally renovated kitchen is sure to impress with new cabinets & concrete counters. The interior of this home feels like it is new construction! A wall was recently removed to allow for an open flow between the living room, eating area & kitchen. With 2 bedrooms & a nicely updated full bath, this cozy home is perfect for a first time homebuyer or a rental. All kitchen appliances stay including the new dishwasher & microwave. Over the past 10 years the furnace, A/C, water heater, most windows, exterior doors, driveway & electrical were replaced. Relax outdoors on your back patio overlooking a flat backyard. This home also has a one car detached garage with a fresh coat of paint. This is a great NW Des Moines location with easy access to shopping and restaurants. The seller is offering a one year HSA warranty for your peace of mind. Welcome home!

Public Records

Aug 15, 2005

Sold

$85,000

$114/sq ft

DMMLS #257242

Apr 15, 2005

Listed

$89,900

$121/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 28, 2004

Sold

$61,000

$82/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,552 (+2.1%)

$47,700 + $96,300

$144,000

2024

$2,500 (−3.4%)

$41,500 + $85,600

$127,100

2023

$2,588 (+0.8%)

$41,500 + $85,600

$127,100

2022

$2,568 (+22.4%)

$36,500 + $73,300

$109,800

2021

$2,098 (−3.5%)

$36,500 + $73,300

$109,800

2020

$2,174 (−2.1%)

$36,500 + $73,300

$109,800

2019

$2,220 (+1.3%)

$34,000 + $58,700

$92,700

2018

$2,192 (+9.1%)

$34,000 + $58,700

$92,700

2017

$2,010 (+7.1%)

$29,800 + $61,300

$91,100

2016

$1,876 (+7.4%)

$26,700 + $56,100

$82,800

2013

$1,746

$25,200 + $54,100

$79,300

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

60 ft.

Lot depth

140 ft.

Lot size

8,400 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

744

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

744

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10000964000000

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.

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

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Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 3% for direct sun exposure in Des Moines. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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6.3 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 3841 55th St

$166,404

$1,404 over list price of $165K

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basement

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