$260,000

1508 57th Pl Des Moines, IA 50311

$3,088
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,362 sqft
0.2 acres
$191 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1508 57th Pl

Major updates make this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home a standout! NEW sewer line to the street, NEW roof & gutters, NEW rebuilt garage and NEW carpet on the main level! Now, get ready to fall in love with this unique 1.5-story home that lives like a true 2-story! Step inside to a spacious main level featuring a beautifully updated kitchen and dining space with serene, park-like views of mature trees out back. Two main-floor bedrooms and a full bathroom offer convenience, while upstairs, you?ll find two more bedrooms, creative built-in storage, and another full bathroom, an uncommon and highly functional layout for a 1.5-story home! The lower level offers potential for future finishing, plus laundry, shop space, and ample storage. All appliances are included, so you can move right in and start enjoying this fantastic home!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,362 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.152 Acres
Year built1949
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #714579
Garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 714579
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 276-2872
  • Listing Agent: Shannon Salmon

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view of front facade featuring an outbuilding, roof with shingles, a detached garage, a front lawn, and brick siding

$260,000

1508 57th Pl

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 22, 2021
Home Sold
$222,000
Dec 24, 2014
Home Sold
$113,000
Aug 16, 2007
Home Sold
$131,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$206,100$4,228
2021$182,100$4,228
2020$163,100$4,228
2019$163,100$3,836
2018$144,200$3,836
2017$144,200$3,478

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Windsor Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

5912 University Ave

2

Hills Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

2401 56th St

3

Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

4301 College Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $78,608. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

11%
<35k
62%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

50%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • KiaKia
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1508 57th Pl

This home is located at 1508 57th Pl in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 1,362 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $260,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 35 sold above asking price, over 124 sold below and more than 42 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between February and March 2025 increased by 6.3%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 47 days, the median list price was $215,179.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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