1602 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
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OFF MARKET

$180,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 651 sqft

1602 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Merle Hay
Est. Refi. Payment $1,241/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 11, 2018 for $127,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$181K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1.3%)
Since last year
Increased$2K (+0.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$54K (+42.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +86% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$181K
August 2026$181K
July 2026$183K
June 2026$183K
May 2026$183K
April 2026$182K
March 2026$180K
February 2026$179K
January 2026$177K
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5713 Clark Blvd, Des Moines, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$143,000
12/29/25
2
1
714
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1606 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.01
$194,600
2
1
651
Off Market
1612 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.02
$241,800
3
1
1,147
Off Market
1616 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.04
$224,900
4
2
1,029
Off Market
1624 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.06
$176,800
2
1
675
Off Market
1700 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.07
$107,200
2
1
825
Off Market
1704 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.08
$210,700
2
1
1,119
Off Market
5613 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.02
$200,500
2
2
675
Off Market
5617 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.03
$205,300
2
1
675
Off Market
5701 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.04
$190,000
2
1
651
Off Market
5705 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.05
$172,200
2
1
763
Off Market
5711 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.07
$188,500
2
1
651
Off Market
5717 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
0.09
$183,000
2
2
675
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1949
651 sqft
$277/sqft
Garage

About this House

Hard to find, immaculate three bedroom home in the heart of Des Moines. Relax and have friends over in the gorgeous fenced back yard or go out and enjoy the area, so much to do here! Walk to local parks, like Colby Park where you can enjoy movies in the park on Friday nights, enjoy dinner at Baru 66 or brunch at Waveland Cafe, and bike to 515 Brewing Company on the nearby Greenbelt Trail. Donwtown Des Moines, the Des Moines Art Center, Ingersoll Avenue, and Jordan Creek Town Center are minutes away. Your new neighbors will welcome you in a small town way, and you will feel the pride of ownership in the way they care for their homes. This is a wonderful neighborhood to call home!
1602 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 651 sqft single-family home in Merle Hay, built in 1949. It last sold for $127,000 on Dec 11, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $180,500, with a rent estimate of $1,257/month.

Home Details for 1602 56th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8145 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 11, 2018
Source: DMMLS #573901
Sold
$127,000
Oct 12, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$127,000
Price decreased by 6%
Sep 5, 2018
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$134,900
Dec 19, 2014
Source: DMMLS #443650
Sold
$90,000
Oct 21, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$94,900
Price decreased by 3%

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0MoM
Available listings
1022
12MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Merle Hay
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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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  • Lisa Burner
    "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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  • Cerimic
    "Low crime rate. Great for rising kids. Low unemployment rate. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1602 56th St

  • What is 1602 56th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1602 56th St in Des Moines, IA is $180,500.
  • What is the price history for 1602 56th St?
    1602 56th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $127,000 in December 2018.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
    The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
  • Does 1602 56th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1602 56th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 1602 56th St?
    The lot at 1602 56th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.19 acres (8,146 sq ft).

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