1521 Merle Hay Road Des Moines, IA $ 225,000
1521 Merle Hay Road
$ 225,000
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1521 Merle Hay Road

Des Moines, IA, 50311
$ 225,000
Bedrooms4 Baths2.0 Sq 1,114

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$ 1,385

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Single Family Home for sale in Des Moines, IA

for $225,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,114 square foot home was built in 1950 on a lot size of 0.152.

Wonderful 1.5 story full of updates, this home offers a great layout with space in all the right places. This home has seen a long list of updates, so the heavy lifting is already done for you. In 2025, the furnace and A/C were replaced and the upstairs bathroom was fully remodeled with LVP flooring, fresh paint, new vanity, baseboards, and popcorn ceilings removed. The roof, gutters, and gutter covers on both the house and garage were all replaced in 2024. Hardwood floors were refinished in 2023, along with a new dishwasher and updated vinyl windows in the primary and main floor bedroom. Additional improvements include LVP flooring and baseboards on the main level (2021), new carpet on the stairs and second floor (2022), and updated kitchen drain line and vent (2022). The main level features a large living room, two bedrooms with hardwood floors, and a ¾ bath.Upstairs, you?ll find two more comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, giving everyone their own space. The lower level adds even more flexibility with a rec room area, wet bar, and plenty of storage. Just off the nice sized kitchen,the enclosed back porch is a standout feature and a great extension of the living space, in addition there is a 10 foot by 16 foot front concrete patio, no shortage of outdoor space here! Step out onto the deck and enjoy the backyard, an easy spot for relaxing or entertaining. The oversized 20x24 two-car garage gives you plenty of room for vehicles, tools, or hobbies.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 225,000

Bedrooms

4

Full Bath

2

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 3,828

Style

Lot Size

0.152

Year Built

1950

Town/City

Des Moines

County/Region

Polk

MLS | Web ID

738750

List By
Brett Fine

Listing Agent

Re/Max Concepts

Broker

brett@realestateconcepts.net

Email

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Monthly Principal & Interest
$1,385
Monthly Property Taxes
$319
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Nearby
4324878 Elementary School
4324877 Middle School
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Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
4/17/2026$225,000 Listed Price

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1521 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, 50311 is a Single Family Home for sale at $225,000 with 1,114 sqft and a lot size of 0.152. 1521 Merle Hay Road has 4 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1950. The property's zip code is 50311 which is in Des Moines, IA