4149 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
OFF MARKET

4149 53rd St
Des Moines, IA 50310

Merle Hay
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 936 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$247,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,620/mo*
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$247,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,620/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
936 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Great 4 bedroom home within walking distance to a large shopping center, lots of restaurants and businesses. Has finished walkout basement which features a bedroom, family room and 3/4ths bath. Beautiful fenced in back yard with lots of room to play and relax. Big driveway that is ideal for company! Lots of windows that allow for optimal natural light! This will go fast!!!
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Home Details for 4149 53rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.25 acres

Price History for 4149 53rd St

DatePriceEventSource
08/31/2016$155,000Sold
DMMLS #519349
06/22/2016$159,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/08/2016$169,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/28/2009$139,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/30/2009$139,400Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/10/1999$104,500Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,172
Assessment$247,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4149 53rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4200 50th St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$265,000
08/13/25
4
2
1,870
Home facts updated by county records

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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "it's safe neighborhood watch well kept great people I love my neighbors too dog walking is a great idea "
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is safe quaint quiet and friendly. Close to waveland bike trail. Beautiful foliage and plenty of shade."
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  • Trulia User
    "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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4149 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 936 sqft single-family home built in 1959. 4149 53rd St is located in Merle Hay, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 4149 53rd St was last sold on Aug 31, 2016 for $155,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 4149 53rd St is $247,100.