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#717209, Sydnee Wrage, Listing Office: RE/MAX Concepts
$265,000 List price
1800 Merle Hay Rd Des Moines, IA 50310
$3,147
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,548 sqft
0.2 acres
$171 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1800 Merle Hay Rd
You'll love calling this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home! With a 4th non-conforming bedroom and multiple living spaces, there's room for everyone. The main level features three bedrooms and a cozy living room at the front of the house. Just off the kitchen, a huge family room offers stunning views of the oversized back deck perfect for entertaining. Keep your cars protected this winter in the detached 2-car garage, complete with brand-new epoxy floors. The finished basement provides a third living space, abundant storage, and a bonus 4th non-conforming bedroom. This home is move-in ready with a new roof, HVAC, AC unit, and a radon mitigation system to be installed before closing! Plus, you'll love the convenience of being near Merle Hay, with shopping, dining, and entertainment just minutes away. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,548 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.165 Acres
Year built1947
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #713596
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, Patio
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $265,000
- Price/SqFt: $171
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,536
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From Hickman Rd take south to Merle Hey Rd, then home will be on the right
- Year Built: 1947
- Living Area: 1,548 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.165 Acres
- MLS Number: 713596
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
- Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
- Office Email: info@precisiondsm.com
- Listing Agent: Chris Kew
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2023 | Home Sold | $210,000 |
| Jun 13, 2016 | Home Sold | $137,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $236,600 | $4,536 |
| 2021 | $204,600 | $4,536 |
| 2020 | $183,800 | $4,536 |
| 2019 | $183,800 | $4,118 |
| 2018 | $163,500 | $4,118 |
| 2017 | $163,500 | $3,696 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•2401 56th St
5
Windsor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•5912 University Ave
6
Clive Learning Academy
Public District PK-6
1.1 mi
•1600 73rd St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $67,442. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
28%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
54%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
18%
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
31%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Horse Races
Extreme Sports
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Stein Mart
Sam's Club
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
LongHorn Steakhouse
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Buick
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Contemporary Inspirational
Christian Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1800 Merle Hay Rd
The listing price of 1800 Merle Hay Rd property is $265,000.
The property 1800 Merle Hay Rd is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.
Active Listing: 1800 Merle Hay Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1800 Merle Hay Rd are: Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Windsor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Clive Learning Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,536 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 31, 2023 for $210,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1800 Merle Hay Rd has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1800 Merle Hay Rd is 1,548 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1800 Merle Hay Rd is 1947.
This home is located at 1800 Merle Hay Rd in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50322 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 1,548 square foot home, which was built in 1947, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $265,000.
In April 2025 more than 49 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 58 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 141 were sold below. In April 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7.2% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $215,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 41 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.