4709 E  Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50317
Property image
Property image
SOLD
AUG 31, 2026

$314,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,594 sqft

4709 E Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Est. Refi. Payment $2,102/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 31, 2026 for $315,000 (2% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$314K
Since last month
Decreased$300 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$2K (-0.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$200 (+0.1%)
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 +56% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$315K
August 2026$315K
July 2026$316K
June 2026$320K
May 2026$324K
April 2026$324K
March 2026$318K
February 2026$315K
January 2026$315K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
0.06
Single-Family Home
$305,000
11/04/25
3
2.5
1,364
0.05
Single-Family Home
$319,000
01/16/26
4
3
1,364
0.08
Single-Family Home
$337,000
04/27/26
4
3
1,380
0.05
Single-Family Home
$330,000
03/02/26
4
3
1,491
0.42
Single-Family Home
$299,000
10/21/25
3
2.5
1,552
0.47
Single-Family Home
$290,000
05/07/26
3
2.5
1,562
0.49
Single-Family Home
$298,000
05/15/26
3
2.5
1,538
0.52
Single-Family Home
$314,900
07/24/26
3
2.5
1,550
0.31
Single-Family Home
$319,500
02/19/26
4
3
1,339

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.04
$313,900
4
2.5
1,260
Off Market
0.05
$319,000
4
3
1,364
Recently Sold
0.01
$252,600
3
2
1,370
Off Market
0.03
$335,400
4
3
1,350
Off Market
0.06
$305,000
3
2.5
1,364
Recently Sold
0.07
$317,700
4
3
1,410
Off Market
0.05
$321,900
3
2.5
1,350
Off Market
0.08
$337,000
4
3
1,380
Recently Sold
0.05
$330,000
4
3
1,491
Recently Sold
0.10
$307,100
3
2.5
1,364
Off Market
0.10
$272,000
3
2
1,176
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 4709 E Merced St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2010
Living Area
1,594 sqft
Price/Sqft
$198/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
$14/Monthly

About this House

Layouts like this don't come around often — and neither do homes this move-in ready!

4709 E Merced Street is a spacious two-story offering 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and an open-concept main level with room for everyone to live and entertain comfortably. The kitchen features abundant counter + cabinet space, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and cozy living room anchored by a gas fireplace.

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms including a primary suite with a private bath + generously sized closets, plus an additional full bathroom. The finished lower level adds flexible living space with a convenient half bath and ample storage.

Outside, the fully fenced backyard is built for entertaining, complete with a composite deck, a huge patio, and a storage shed.

Located in the Southeast Polk School District, just a short walk to Delaware Elementary, and with easy access to Altoona's shopping, dining, entertainment, and interstate connections — this home checks every box. Come see it in person!
4709 E Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 1,594 sqft single-family home built in 2010. It last sold for $315,000 on Aug 31, 2026 (2% below the $320,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $314,200, with a rent estimate of $1,920/month.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Taylor Hird, (515) 402-6026
Century 21 Signature
Bought with: Ky Zen, (515) 612-2799, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#743766

Home Details for 4709 E Merced St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1594 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas Log, Fireplace ScreenHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Open, PatioFencing: WoodExterior: Deck, PatioFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 320 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 30

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2010
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 060/07934256000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $320,000Price Per Sqft: $198/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 27 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Southeast PolkJr High / Middle School District: Southeast PolkHigh School District: Southeast Polk

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1594 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: SummersfieldHOA Phone (alt): 515-303-1027HOA Name (second): PMI Central IowaAssociation for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $170/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840.8 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 743766Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 402-6026Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06007934256000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 30

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 31, 2026
Source: DMMLS #743766
Sold
$315,000
Jul 27, 2026
Source: DMMLS #743766
Pending
$320,000
Jun 25, 2026
Source: DMMLS #743766
Listed For Sale
$320,000
Jun 25, 2021
Source: DMMLS #628451
Sold
$299,900
May 12, 2021
Source: DMMLS #628451
Pending
$299,900

Market trends in Des Moines

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

What Locals Say about Des Moines

At least 1190 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • D
    "Perfect for a college student or parent if a grad student. Safe and easy bus access. Free parking. Nice walkable area. Close to restaurants, coffee and groceries. Great neighborhood."
  • Bailee Huddleson
    "I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
  • Monica Xlo
    "Nice neighborhood, lots of dog walkers in my area. Close to dog parks as well Quiet at night and during the day. "
  • Emily Andersen
    "There are lots of families in our area with so many parks and schools! It’s an amazing place to live and raise kids "
  • Emily Andersen
    "They would love it!! The sidewalks and neighborhood are very walkable! Lots of parks within walking distance"
  • Paula Cuffee
    "You wouldn’t like how it seems everybody has a dog in the neighborhood, it wouldn’t be a quiet walk."
  • H7yhsxjr7g
    "I’ve lived here for 13 years and people seem to be very friendly. Most will wave as you drive by and say hi in passing."
  • H7yhsxjr7g
    "People walk there dogs all over the neighborhood. Dogs are very quiet in the neighborhood as well and there are many pet owners that live around here."
  • Monica Xlo
    "Quiet city, easy to get around. Lots of parks to play at during the summer and many indoor places as well. City has many employment opportunities án lots of housing development "
  • Britnee Nichols
    "It’s a very nice place to live eat learn grown walk your pets I’d recommend you liff be e here n start your family "
  • Michael Mcgehee
    "Beaverdale is a blend of Norman Rockwell/Mayberry/Leave it to Beaver, we all are on first name basis and wave at each other when passing by."
  • Cicily Hook
    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. Therefore means there is barking. Don’t move to a dog friendly neighborhood if you don’t like that. Also loose dogs from time to time. Not a huge problem. "
  • Michael Mcgehee
    "Nonexistent, I work from home. If I did commute, it’s relative easy access to freeway, highway or local routes."
  • Lisa Burner
    "Wholesome and quaint little community with adorable neighborhoods! I’ve lived in or around beaverdale my whole life. "
  • Hk2mhqcny6
    "Livable awesome neighbors dog friendly kid friendly quite plenty of parking room when there’s an event "
  • Meek H.
    "Golf is pretty big at the Wakanda Club nearby, Greys Lake is also just a nice area but not too many big events happen here"
  • Trulia User
    "Everything about it is great it’s peaceful it were cozy but now I’m looking for something much newer and something that fits me."
  • Trulia User
    "having all diversity accepted into the town events and the kindhearted people are going through the process "
  • 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."
  • Trulia User
    "Quiet, safe, cute houses, nice trees, fun to bike through, low traffic, solid food choices, good grocery store"
  • 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 "
  • Trulia User
    "safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
  • Trulia User
    "lots of people walking their dogs and always smiling and very friendly. makes me want to get my own dog to walk cause their always so happy!!"
  • Trulia User
    "my neighborhood has decent public transportation and the commute to downtown is fairly quick as long as you know the bus schedule. "
  • Trulia User
    "I walk to work daily so I don’t commute at all. It takes me 1 minute to get to work. I don’t have issues with this"
  • Trulia User
    "There's a variety in ages of the kids in the neighborhood and it's safe to play outside. Schools nearby. Public library and pool in the area as well as parks."
  • Trulia User
    "Trick or treating…but the best part of our neighborhoods are the parks!!! The schools have the best playgrounds too!!"
  • Trulia User
    "city meetings, public library has events, teach out pool with water slides, Grandview park has shelters and on grid restrooms, tennis courts, Fairmont park has a big slide"
  • Trulia User
    "I feel very safe here! I can even walk my dog at night feeling absolutely fine. I do see lots of families in the area, as well as college students and older couples who have been here forever. Lots of people decorate for the holidays too. "
  • Trulia User
    "it's safe neighborhood watch well kept great people I love my neighbors too dog walking is a great idea "
  • Trulia User
    "shops in the neighborhood parks in the neighborhood that have event's at it. and restaurants that offer special deals "
  • Trulia User
    "there is a high school and elementary school in Fairmont Park and a middle school close by in Sheridan Park. Sheridan Park is a nice park with a wading pool and awesome slide."
  • Trulia User
    "Great commute. Next to bus station. They're skywalks that are easy to access with a map inside of the skywalk."
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
  • Marlene Brown Ackiss
    " I use to live in this neighborhood over on 810 Boyd I I really like the. Union park area Nice big tree love the way the is made "
  • Trulia User
    "that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
  • Trulia User
    "Not immediate access to I-80 or 235, but major roads (Douglas, Hickman) are close and make it a little more convenient. "
  • Trulia User
    "Nice place to live. I recommend it. Friendly neighbors. A mix of younger families and older residents "
  • Trulia User
    "WatLao temple event that is held every 3rd weekend in June. Not very many neighbors participate in any events as far as gatherings. Lots of people roam the streets especially kids. "
  • Trulia User
    "Good neighborhood to live in and raise a good family with good family values and great outdoor activities"

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions about 4709 E Merced St

  • What is 4709 E Merced St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4709 E Merced St in Des Moines, IA is $314,200.
  • What is the price history for 4709 E Merced St?
    4709 E Merced St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $315,000 in August 2026.
  • 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 4709 E Merced St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 4709 E Merced St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 4709 E Merced St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 4709 E Merced St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

Explore by feature - Garage

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

Explore by feature - Pool

Explore by feature - Washer/dryer

Explore by feature - Outdoor Space

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 4709 E Merced St

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Homes for sale near 4709 E Merced St

Skip to last item
Skip to first item
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item