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Off Market May 2023 for $240K

$270,119

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,591/mo

•

1,034

sq ft

5215 Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50310

About this home

Close to shopping and a short drive to I80 for your morning commute sits this updated five-bedroom family home with a spacious lot. Enjoy an oversized driveway that leads to a two-car attached garage with enough extra space to park additional vehicles, have space for kids to ride bikes, or set up lawn chairs in the afternoon. Inside, a neutral color palette makes the space ready for new owners to customize. Step up into an open great room with a living area and a spacious dining room with tons of natural light, perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is also connected to this space and is modern and freshly updated with gray cabinets, stainless appliances and a custom, glass backsplash. The main bath is spacious and updated with fresh tile and an oversized vanity. The bedrooms are carpeted and comfortable, and the floor plan provides great options for separating teenagers or creating great guest space. With a convenient location, a great lot for pets or entertaining, and updates, this property is ready for you call home. Schedule your showing today! All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Single-familyProperty Type

1971Year Built

8,125 sq ftLot Size

$261Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Beatris Mayorga • RE/MAX Precision

Contact: (515) 612-2702

Bought with Matt Cole • RE/MAX Concepts

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:DMMLS #668483

Redfin Estimate

$270,119

$30K since sold in May 2023$1,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 4.8% higher than the average sale price ($258K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$280,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths1,660 sq ft
5301 Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$295,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,056 sq ft
4412 63rd St, Urbandale, IA 50322
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$180,000
C
3 beds2 baths969 sq ft
4127 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$250,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths948 sq ft
4018 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$264,900
E
3 beds2 baths982 sq ft
4134 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$276,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,000 sq ft
4407 66th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

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$72,529

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$1,485/mo

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Market trends in 50310, IA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.8%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$240K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

7 days MoM

Recently sold homes

185

29 MoM

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Sale history for 5215 Merced St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,184 (+4.9%)

$52,300 + $195,500

$247,800

2024

$3,990 (−5.8%)

$45,300 + $171,800

$217,100

2023

$4,236 (−9.3%)

$45,300 + $171,800

$217,100

2022

$4,672 (+1.8%)

$40,400 + $148,800

$189,200

2021

$4,590 (+1.8%)

$40,400 + $148,800

$189,200

2020

$4,508 (+6.9%)

$40,400 + $148,800

$189,200

2019

$4,218 (+6.9%)

$37,700 + $139,400

$177,100

2018

$3,946 (+7.1%)

$37,700 + $139,400

$177,100

2017

$3,684 (+6.7%)

$33,000 + $124,800

$157,800

2016

$3,452 (+8.8%)

$30,100 + $115,300

$145,400

2013

$3,172

$28,800 + $110,000

$138,800

Tax history for 5215 Merced St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,184 (+4.9%)

$52,300 + $195,500

$247,800

2024

$3,990 (−5.8%)

$45,300 + $171,800

$217,100

2023

$4,236 (−9.3%)

$45,300 + $171,800

$217,100

2022

$4,672 (+1.8%)

$40,400 + $148,800

$189,200

2021

$4,590 (+1.8%)

$40,400 + $148,800

$189,200

2020

$4,508 (+6.9%)

$40,400 + $148,800

$189,200

2019

$4,218 (+6.9%)

$37,700 + $139,400

$177,100

2018

$3,946 (+7.1%)

$37,700 + $139,400

$177,100

2017

$3,684 (+6.7%)

$33,000 + $124,800

$157,800

2016

$3,452 (+8.8%)

$30,100 + $115,300

$145,400

2013

$3,172

$28,800 + $110,000

$138,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

—

Lot width

65 ft.

Lot depth

125 ft.

Lot size

8,125 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,034

Year built

1971

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

10012844161000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.187
Lot Size Acres: 0.187
Lot Size Dimensions: 65X125
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3A

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 360
Foundation Details: Poured

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,716.53

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,034
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,125 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10012844161000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Lawson Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi

7/10

Johnston Middle School

Public 8-9 • Assigned • 2.5mi

8/10

Johnston Senior High School

Public 10-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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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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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.

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Estimated sale price

$257,000 – $311,000

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Home values near 5215 Merced St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5214 Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$250,742
5300 Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1004 Sq. Ft.	$263,076

Address	Redfin Estimate
5208 Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1068 Sq. Ft.	$273,289
5220 Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1034 Sq. Ft.	$258,942

Address	Redfin Estimate
5309 Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1050 Sq. Ft.	$274,502
5308 Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1254 Sq. Ft.	$280,134

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