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#721897, Amy Wiederin, Listing office: LPT Realty, LLC
Property details
About 2704 50th St
Charming and cozy, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom bungalow offers comfortable living with a spacious front deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Nestled in the convenient Merle Hay Mall area, you'll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. The home also features a 2-stall detached garage, making it a great fit for anyone looking for simplicity and convenience in a well-located neighborhood. Don’t miss your chance to make this delightful home your own!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size768 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.215 Acres
Year built1917
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #717085
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $175,000
- Price/SqFt: $227
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,512
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From University and Merle Hay Rd head north. Turn right on Hickman Rd. Then turn left on 50th Street. Home is on the left.
- Year Built: 1917
- Living Area: 768 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.215 Acres
- MLS Number: 717085
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
- Office Phone: (515) 612-3389
- Listing Agent: Mariela Mendoza
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2017 | Home Sold | $96,000 |
| Jun 26, 2006 | Home Sold | $79,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $134,000 | $2,512 |
| 2021 | $111,600 | $2,512 |
| 2020 | $105,700 | $2,512 |
| 2019 | $105,700 | $2,498 |
| 2018 | $93,900 | $2,498 |
| 2017 | $93,900 | $2,252 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•2401 56th St
1
Moore Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•3716 50th St
3
Perkins Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•4301 College 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 $54,035. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. 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 Basketball
Soccer
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Burlington
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
Wingstop
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Nissan
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Christian Adult Contemporary
Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2704 50th St
The listing price of 2704 50th St property is $175,000.
The property 2704 50th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.
Active Listing: 2704 50th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2704 50th St are: Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Moore Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Meredith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), 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 $2,512 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 15, 2017 for $96,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2704 50th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 2704 50th St is 768 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2704 50th St is 1917.
This home is located at 2704 50th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 768 square foot home, which was built in 1917, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $175,000.
Over 67 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 153 listings were sold below the listed price and 78 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $216,801.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.