1334 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311
OFF MARKET

1334 Merle Hay Rd
Des Moines, IA 50311

Merle Hay
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,188 sqft (on 0.40 acres)

$226,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 10, 2026

$226,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 10, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,188 sqft
(on 0.40 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Charming, Cozy, and Full of Character!

Welcome to your next happy place! This delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bath home nestled in the desirable Windsor Heights School District offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and fun. With 1,188 sq ft of well-loved living space on a spacious .39-acre lot, there's plenty of room to grow, garden, or just kick back and enjoy the peace.

Step inside to a warm, inviting layout filled with natural light and charm around every corner. Whether you're hosting friends or having a cozy night in, this home is ready to make memories with you.

But the real magic happens out back - with a tranquil patio oasis perfect for morning coffee, evening chats, or Saturday game days with your very own outdoor TV setup. It's like having your own private retreat, without ever leaving home.

This gem won't last long. Homes like this don't come around every day. Come see it, fall in love, and make it yours!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from July 01, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1334 Merle Hay Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1188 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, StoveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One Half

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, PatioExterior: PatioFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 10007063000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $219,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed May 28 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1188 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.40 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 718074Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 802-8998Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-10007063000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Joe Hogan, (515) 802-8998
RE/MAX Revolution
Bought with: Karla Alaniz, (515) 897-9027, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#718074

Price History for 1334 Merle Hay Rd

DatePriceEventSource
07/01/2025$224,500Sold
DMMLS #718074
05/28/2025$219,000PendingDMMLS #718074
05/15/2025$219,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #718074
12/11/2019$160,000Sold
DMMLS #593600
10/25/2019$165,000PendingAgent Provided
10/21/2019$165,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/26/2015$133,500Sold
DMMLS #445933
12/03/2014$134,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/08/2010$125,500Sold
N/A
07/24/2010$129,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/24/2010$134,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/25/2009$137,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/11/2009$145,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/15/2005$123,000Sold
N/A
01/31/2000$85,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$201K
$500MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$184
$3MoM
Available listings
990
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,678
Assessment$215,900
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$1,504/mo
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Comparable Sales for 1334 Merle Hay Rd

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1346 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$175,000
09/23/25
2
1
784
5909 Clark St, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$233,000
07/22/25
3
1
972
6008 Carpenter Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$265,000
05/15/26
3
1
897
1516 57th Pl, Des Moines, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$227,000
08/22/25
3
1
1,117
5638 University Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$225,000
05/08/26
3
1
1,417
6120 College Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$245,000
03/23/26
3
1
1,774
1416 62nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$203,000
05/11/26
3
1
864
1520 60th St, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$190,000
10/03/25
3
1
864
1421 57th St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$245,000
04/21/26
2
1
1,147

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What Locals Say about Merle Hay

At least 58 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 93 % Say parking is easy

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 28 % Say there are community events

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    "Wholesome and quaint little community with adorable neighborhoods! I’ve lived in or around beaverdale my whole life. "
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    "people have e dogs here it's good for dogs. People puck up after their dogs. People also watch out for other people s dogs."
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    "Lots of dogs.. big, small and in between.. some neighbors not so good about chaining up a picking up after their beautiful furry friends "
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    "it's safe neighborhood watch well kept great people I love my neighbors too dog walking is a great idea "
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    "My neighborhood is safe quaint quiet and friendly. Close to waveland bike trail. Beautiful foliage and plenty of shade."
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    "People walk their dogs all the time. And are very friendly. Easy access to Waveland Cemetery. It’s friendly area and safe at night."
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  • Brenda B.
    "watch for stranger in the neighborhood. car speed down the street. neighborhood is very nice and very helpful"
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  • Babysboo
    "it's nice / quiet most of the time Just a few once in a while people drive to fast and have music to loud late at night"
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  • robinluvsualways
    "I feel extrememly safe in this are, because there is often a police officer parked at the end of the street, looking for speeders, I guess. Everyone on this street is clean and most properties are well maintained. "
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  • Muziclvr63
    "Quiet neighborhood with very friendly yet private neighbors. Only a block away from bus line 3 to VW Mall and Wal Mart. Only a few minutes away from the 63rd Street and 56th Street freeway exchanges going north or south. Safe-Safe-Safe."
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    "Low crime rate. Great for rising kids. Low unemployment rate. "
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1334 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,188 sqft single-family home built in 1948. 1334 Merle Hay Rd is located in Merle Hay, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 1334 Merle Hay Rd was last sold on Jul 1, 2025 for $224,500 (3% higher than the asking price of $219,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 1334 Merle Hay Rd is $226,000.