3841 55th Street
Des Moines, IA 50310
2
Bed
1
Bath
744Sqft
0.19Acre(Lot)
Located at 3841 55th Street in Des Moines' desirable Merle Hay neighborhood, this 1955-built ranch-style home offers comfortable living space with modern updates with classic charm! The open-concept layout is perfect for entertaining, featuring hardwood floors throughout and a renovated kitchen with concrete countertops and spacious cabinetry for storage! Key updates include, new ac and water heater, electrical, roof, windows and hardy plank siding! Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to shopping and dining options, and just minutes from major roadways for easy access to all that Des Moines has to offer. With all the updates already completed, all you need to do is unpack and make this charming house your home! This is an excellent opportunity for first-time homebuyers
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 2Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space -
Flooring Information
Tile -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: Main Level -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1955 Building Area Total: 744 Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 60X140 Main Square Feet: 0.193 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.193 Lot Size Square Feet: 8400
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $165000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 10000964000000 Annual Tax: $2717.66 Tax Legal Desc: LOTS 58 & 59 BLK M AVIATION PARK
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1
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Utility Information
Cable Available -
Location Information
Direction: Traveling north on Merle Hay Road, turn right or east on Madison Avenue. Take a right on 55th street. Go till you see 3841, blue house on your left. WaterSource: Public
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Nearby Home Value
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 22nd Street, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $110,000 | 2 | 1 | 855 | 855 SqFt |
| 2215 Lincoln Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $199,900 | 3 | 1 | 1,164 | 1,164 SqFt |
| 1825 24th Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $199,900 | 2 | 1 | 816 | 816 SqFt |
| 2512 Mann Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $258,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,204 | 1,204 SqFt |
| 3516 27th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $140,000 | 2 | 2 | 720 | 720 SqFt |
| 2525 27th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $235,000 | 3 | 1 | 864 | 864 SqFt |
| 2710 Adams Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $189,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,649 | 1,649 SqFt |
| 2700 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $234,000 | 3 | 2 | 780 | 780 SqFt |
| 2736 Mondamin Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $204,900 | 3 | 1 | 1,111 | 1,111 SqFt |
| 2744 Adams Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $219,900 | 4 | 2 | 816 | 816 SqFt |
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