$219,999

2318 56th St Des Moines, IA 50310

$2,612
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,065 sqft
0.2 acres
$207 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2318 56th St

Welcome to your new home! This charming ranch style house offers the perfect combination of convenience and comfort. With 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, all on one level, this move-in ready home is suitable for any stage of life. Step into the cute eat-in kitchen where you can whip up delicious meals using the included appliances. The open layout allows for easy entertaining and a cozy atmosphere. The spacious primary bedroom provides a peaceful retreat with plenty of natural light streaming in. Plus, with an attached garage, coming home has never been easier - no more worrying about inclement weather or carrying groceries from across the street. But that's not all - step outside into your very own fenced-in backyard oasis. Perfect for outdoor gatherings or enjoying some quiet time in nature. Located north of Hickman Rd and close to Beaverdale, this home is also just steps away from the Merle Hay shopping center and a variety of restaurants - making it the ultimate location for both convenience and entertainment.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,065 sqft
Lot size0.216 Acres
Year built1947
ParkingAttached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #716312
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $219,999
  • Price/SqFt: $206
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,150
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: Hickman east of Merle Hay to 56th north to property on westside of street across from school.
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Living Area: 1,065 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.216 Acres
  • MLS Number: 716312
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: BH&G Real Estate Innovations
  • Office Phone: (515) 962-5555
  • Listing Agent: Misty Darling

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2318 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310 - view of property exterior featuring an attached garage, driveway, roof with shingles, and a lawn

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 26, 2023
Home Sold
$198,000
Sep 30, 2021
Home Sold
$110,000
Jan 18, 2017
Home Sold
$71,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$137,400$3,150
2021$132,400$3,150
2020$121,500$3,150
2019$121,500$2,898
2018$108,900$2,898
2017$108,900$2,672

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Hills Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

2401 56th St

1

Moore Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

3716 50th St

3

Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 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 $54,035. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

23%
<35k
61%
35k-100k
16%
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?

48%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • WingstopWingstop
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • NissanNissan
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2318 56th St

The listing price of 2318 56th St property is $219,999.

The property 2318 56th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.

Active Listing: 2318 56th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 2318 56th St are: Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Moore Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Urbandale Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Urbandale High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,150 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on May 26, 2023 for $198,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 2318 56th St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 2318 56th St is 1,065 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 2318 56th St is 1947.

This home is located at 2318 56th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 1,065 square foot home, which was built in 1947, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $219,999.

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 inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between March and April 2025 increased by 7.2%. In April 2025 median list price was $215,000 and the average listing age was 41 days.

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

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