This Merle Hay area home offers more than meets the eye. It combines practical updates, added living space, and impressive garage/shop potential. It sits on a corner lot with a partially fenced-in yard. It's conveniently located within one mile of Moore Elementary School and is near shopping, restaurants, and major routes. The inside features stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, and an updated beautifully tiled bathroom. The basement contains a large finished lower-level living area, complete with a full bath. Outside, 720 square feet of detached garage/shop space has been insulated, rewired, and temperature controlled, making it a great option for hobbies, projects, storage, or year-round functionality! Additional highlights include a newer roof, HVAC, and a transferable Midwest Basement Systems warranty for added peace of mind! This home brings together comfort, function, and everyday convenience in a desirable northwest Des Moines location.
Est. $1,331 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 4000 53rd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #742351
Jul 29, 2026
Sold
$248,000
$304/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Pending
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Jun 15, 2026
Price Changed
$253,000
$310/sq ft
Jun 8, 2026
Listed
$257,000
$315/sq ft
DMMLS #382143
Aug 23, 2011
Sold
$129,500
$159/sq ft
Apr 2, 2011
Listed
$133,000
$163/sq ft
Pottery Barn decorating. New kitchen and both baths. Family Room in LL. One attached garage has pull down attic plus a 24 X 30 garage with higher than normal garage door. Basement has been water proofed with a transferable warranty. Most windows have been replaced in home.
Public Records
Aug 23, 2004
Sold
$128,000
$157/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,580 (+2.2%)
$52,600 + $160,300
$212,900
2024
$3,504 (−0.1%)
$45,800 + $142,800
$188,600
2023
$3,508 (+0.9%)
$45,800 + $142,800
$188,600
2022
$3,478 (−0.3%)
$40,200 + $117,500
$157,700
2021
$3,488 (−3.6%)
$40,200 + $117,500
$157,700
2020
$3,618 (+8.6%)
$40,200 + $117,500
$157,700
2019
$3,330 (+1.2%)
$37,500 + $110,900
$148,400
2018
$3,290 (+8.4%)
$37,500 + $110,900
$148,400
2017
$3,034 (+10.2%)
$32,900 + $99,500
$132,400
2016
$2,752 (+11.5%)
$29,400 + $91,300
$120,700
2013
$2,468
$26,900 + $85,400
$112,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
90 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
816
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10000519001000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
N3A
Neighborhood District
N3a is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, typically in the ranch or split-level style pursuant to House B building type in section 135- 2.14 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Jul 23, 2020 • Final
Tidemark import - ele
Electrical
Mar 3, 2014 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Electrical
Plumbing
Remodel
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
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking
Features: Attached, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage