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#718696, Kathy Lukenbill, Listing Office: Realty ONE Group Impact
$235,900 List price
1907 55th St Des Moines, IA 50310
$2,801
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
996 sqft
0.2 acres
$237 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1907 55th St
Affordable and Adorable! This gem is in the Neighborhood Finance Corp lending map offering up to a $10,000 forgivable grant to buyers that qualify for this incredible offer! Nearly 1,000 finished sqft (plus the 3 seasons room) is ready for you to call home! Step inside to real hardwood floors and laminate flooring throughout. The large living room offers a picture window for lots of natural daylight and views of the mature neighborhood. This room flows right into the dining area. Two bedrooms are near the bathroom. All appliances are included in the kitchen with good cabinet space. Right around the corner is the favorite spot of the owner! The 3 seasons room is HUGE and provides months of great views and space. The yard holds an extra storage shed, fencing and a 2.5 sized detached garage. Need more? The partially finished lower level holds potential for additional living space. The washer and dryer are included in the unfinished area. Location! Location! Location! This home is between Hickman and University making an easy commute to about anywhere in the metro and walking distance to shopping, restaurants, schools and parks. Make this one your next Home Sweet Home!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size996 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.234 Acres
Year built1946
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #713923
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Dining Area
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Exterior: Fully Fenced, Storage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $235,900
- Price/SqFt: $236
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,410
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Franklin to 55th Street, North to home.
- Year Built: 1946
- Living Area: 996 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.234 Acres
- MLS Number: 713923
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Pennie Carroll & Associates
- Office Phone: (515) 490-8025
- Listing Agent: Pennie Carroll
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $233,300 | $4,410 |
| 2021 | $191,500 | $4,410 |
| 2020 | $170,100 | $4,410 |
| 2019 | $170,100 | $4,152 |
| 2018 | $156,100 | $4,152 |
| 2017 | $156,100 | $3,890 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•2401 56th St
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•4301 College Ave
5
Windsor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•5912 University Ave
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 $65,083. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
57%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Mexican League Soccer
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Books-a-Million
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
Church's Chicken
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Toyota
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Adult Hits
Contemporary Inspirational
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Frequently asked questions
About 1907 55th St
The listing price of 1907 55th St property is $235,900.
The property 1907 55th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.
Active Listing: 1907 55th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1907 55th St are: Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Windsor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), 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), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,410 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1907 55th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1907 55th St is 996 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1907 55th St is 1946.
This home is located at 1907 55th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 996 square foot home, which was built in 1946, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $235,900.
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. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 7.2% between March and April 2025. 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.