4000 53rd Street
Des Moines, IA 50310
2
Bed
2
Bath
816Sqft
0.29Acre(Lot)
This Merle Hay area home offers more than meets the eye. It combines practical updates, added living space, and impressive garage/shop potential. It sits on a corner lot with a partially fenced-in yard. It's conveniently located within one mile of Moore Elementary School and is near shopping, restaurants, and major routes. The inside features stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, and an updated beautifully tiled bathroom. The basement contains a large finished lower-level living area, complete with a full bath. Outside, 720 square feet of detached garage/shop space has been insulated, rewired, and temperature controlled, making it a great option for hobbies, projects, storage, or year-round functionality! Additional highlights include a newer roof, HVAC, and a transferable Midwes
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 2Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partially Finished -
Flooring Information
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1947 Building Area Total: 816 Construction Materials: Metal Siding Stories: 1 Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 90X140 Main Square Feet: 0.289 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.289 Lot Size Square Feet: 12600
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $257000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 10000519001000 Annual Tax: $4012.95 Tax Legal Desc: LOT:41,43DIST:100 CITY/MUNI/TWP;CITY OF DES MOINES LTS 41,42, AND 43 BLK D
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Parking Information
Attached, Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 3
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Location Information
Direction: From IA 28 South/Merle Hay Road, turn left onto Douglas Avenue right after KFC, then turn left onto 53rd Street. Home is on the corner lot WaterSource: Public Security Features: Security System
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $200,000 | 2 | 1 | 816 | 816 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 |
| 4621 Sawyers Drive, Des Moines, IA, 50310 | $349,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,585 | 1,585 SqFt |
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