Experience charm and potential in this 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home located in the heart of Des Moines. This 1,264 sq. ft. residence, built in 1948, features a partially finished basement and a spacious 8,407 sq. ft. lot with a fully fenced yard. Recently updated with gas forced air and central cooling, this home is ready for your personal touch. Conveniently located near Merle Hay Road and Aurora Avenue. Property is being sold 'AS IS'. "
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
8,407 sq ftLot Size
$152Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lilian Wanjiru• RE/MAX Precision
Contact: (515) 494-6008
Bought with Nathan Davidson• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Est. $1,496 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 4121 57th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #733489
May 1, 2026
Sold
$192,000
$152/sq ft
Mar 25, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 10, 2026
Price Changed
$193,500
$153/sq ft
Mar 1, 2026
Price Changed
$196,500
$155/sq ft
Feb 11, 2026
Relisted
—
Feb 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 29, 2026
Listed
$200,000
$158/sq ft
DMMLS #649316
Jun 2, 2022
Sold
$192,000
$152/sq ft
May 4, 2022
Pending
—
Apr 25, 2022
Price Changed
$194,650
$154/sq ft
Apr 18, 2022
Price Changed
$194,900
$154/sq ft
Apr 8, 2022
Listed
$199,900
$158/sq ft
+16
Welcome home! This sought after Merle Hay ranch is ready to turn the key and move right in. Siding, windows, roof are all in great shape. Inside: new countertops, sink, flooring, paint and more have been updated. The back yard is spacious and fully fenced in. This home is priced for the buyer in mind and wont last long. Contact your Realtor today to set up your next buying appointment today. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Public Records
Feb 9, 2022
Sold
$91,500
$72/sq ft
DMMLS #342492
Apr 10, 2009
Sold
$63,500
$50/sq ft
Feb 24, 2009
Listed
$65,405
$52/sq ft
$52,000 under assessed value - Needs work - may have frozen pipes. Sold "AS IS"
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,208 (+2.2%)
$47,700 + $145,300
$193,000
2024
$3,138 (−8.4%)
$41,500 + $128,500
$170,000
2023
$3,426 (+0.8%)
$41,500 + $128,500
$170,000
2022
$3,400
$36,500 + $108,900
$145,400
2021
$3,398 (−3.7%)
$36,500 + $108,900
$145,400
2020
$3,530 (+8.8%)
$36,500 + $108,900
$145,400
2019
$3,244 (+1.1%)
$34,000 + $102,200
$136,200
2018
$3,210 (+7.5%)
$34,000 + $102,200
$136,200
2017
$2,986 (+12.7%)
$29,800 + $90,900
$120,700
2016
$2,650 (+6.8%)
$26,700 + $83,700
$110,400
2013
$2,482
$23,800 + $75,900
$99,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
8,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1963
Sq. Ft.
1,264
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10000693000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Aug 15, 2024 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - other
HVAC
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
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Laundry Information
Features: Main Level
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Has Home Warranty
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Chain Link
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Zoning: N3B
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,637
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Gas
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,264
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1963
County: Polk County
APN: 10000693000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 28% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
5.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$229,000 – $277,000
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