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3841 55th Street

Des Moines, IA 50310
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

SqFt744

Sqft

Acres0.19

Acre(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 seeking a move-in ready residence in a vibrant community.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $165,000

AD Id : 63851421

MLS Id : 715112

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.19 Acre

Living Area Size : 744

Year Built : 1955

Garage : 1

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

    Room 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

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1955 Building Area Total: 744 Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 60X140 Main Square Feet: 0.193 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.193 Lot Size Square Feet: 8400

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $165000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 10000964000000 Annual Tax: $2717.66 Tax Legal Desc: LOTS 58 & 59 BLK M AVIATION PARK

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • 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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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/28/2026 @ 00:23

MLS: 715112 LISTED BY: Gina Hope, Goldfinch Realty Group 515-343-4860 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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