Solid brick ranch home in a desirable, mature neighborhood with good pride of ownership. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath has lots of space with 2 living rooms, a dining area, a master bedroom with lots of closet space and an ensuite ¾ bath; and a mostly finished basement with LVP flooring. Nice hardwood floors throughout and 2 fireplaces. Oversized 2 car garage and shed with extra storage space. Fully fenced backyard with nice stone patio. All exterior brick means no maintenance or upkeep. In need of some basic cosmetic updates but tons of potential in this one with instant equity if fixed up. Sold As Is.
Est. $1,610 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 4106 53rd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #731715
Jul 23, 2026
Sold
$225,000
$166/sq ft
Apr 22, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 18, 2026
Price Changed
$219,900
$162/sq ft
Feb 12, 2026
Price Changed
$239,900
$177/sq ft
Jan 8, 2026
Price Changed
$259,900
$192/sq ft
Dec 16, 2025
Listed
$269,900
$199/sq ft
DMMLS #681423
Oct 27, 2023
Sold
$265,000
$195/sq ft
Sep 28, 2023
Pending
—
Sep 20, 2023
Relisted
—
Sep 13, 2023
Pending
—
Sep 5, 2023
Listed
$265,900
$196/sq ft
+15
Three bedroom, two bathroom ranch home in the heart of a lovely Des Moines neighborhood. Close to many restaurants and shops and other amenities. Easy access to the interstate for further commute. Close to schools and local parks. Hardwood floors throughout with many updates, including beautiful stone work on the siding as well as patio, and stone accents throughout the home interior. Updates also include a brand-new roof!
DMMLS #657784
Aug 5, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Aug 5, 2022
Listed
$250,000
$184/sq ft
DMMLS #640817
Aug 5, 2022
Price Changed
$250,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 28, 2022
Price Changed
$254,900
$188/sq ft
May 16, 2022
Price Changed
$259,000
$191/sq ft
Apr 5, 2022
Price Changed
$265,000
$195/sq ft
Dec 23, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Nov 1, 2021
Listed
$260,000
$192/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,578 (+2.1%)
$47,700 + $210,900
$258,600
2024
$4,486 (−1.5%)
$41,500 + $186,500
$228,000
2023
$4,556 (+0.8%)
$41,500 + $186,500
$228,000
2022
$4,522
$36,500 + $156,800
$193,300
2021
$4,522 (−3.7%)
$36,500 + $156,800
$193,300
2020
$4,698 (+63.6%)
$36,500 + $156,800
$193,300
2019
$2,872 (+1.0%)
$34,000 + $147,200
$181,200
2018
$2,844 (+8.1%)
$34,000 + $147,200
$181,200
2017
$2,632 (+9.1%)
$29,800 + $77,100
$106,900
2016
$2,412 (−26.1%)
$26,700 + $70,600
$97,300
2013
$3,264
$24,400 + $66,400
$90,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
8,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1968
Sq. Ft.
1,356
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10000504000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 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
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: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Basement Information: Partially Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Features: Fireplace Screen
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Other Features: Dining Area, Cable TV
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Chain Link
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.193
Lot Size Acres: 0.193
Lot Size Dimensions: 60X140
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: Res
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,578
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,356
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1968
County: Polk County
APN: 10000504000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$227,000 – $275,000
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