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1907 55th St, Des Moines, IA, 50310

$244,900

Home List Price

$2,908*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
996 SqFt
$246/SqFt
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1907 55th St, Des Moines$244,900

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$2,908*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1946
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #704378
Lot Size0.23 Acres
StatusActive

About 1907 55th St

Affordable and Adorable! This gem is in the Neighborhood Finance Corp lending map offering up to a $10,000 forgivable grant to buyers that qualify for this incredible offer! Nearly 1,000 finished sqft (plus the 3 seasons room) is ready for you to call home! Step inside to real hardwood floors and laminate flooring throughout. The large living room offers a picture window for lots of natural daylight and views of the mature neighborhood. This room flows right into the dining area. Two bedrooms are near the bathroom. All appliances are included in the kitchen with good cabinet space. Right around the corner is the favorite spot of the owner! The 3 seasons room is HUGE and provides months of great views and space. The yard holds an extra storage shed, fencing and a 2.5 sized detached garage. Need more? The partially finished lower level holds potential for additional living space. The washer and dryer are included in the unfinished area. Location! Location! Location! This home is between Hickman and University making an easy commute to about anywhere in the metro and walking distance to shopping, restaurants, schools and parks. Make this one your next Home Sweet Home!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Living Area: 996 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Pennie Carroll & Associates
  • Office Phone: (515) 490-8025
  • Listing Agent: Pennie Carroll

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior: Dining Area, Cable TV, Window Treatments

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fully Fenced, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.23 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Roosevelt High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Merrill Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Hillis Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: 55th Street between Hickman & University Ave.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $244,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $246/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $4,410
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$214.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

32

# of Sold Homes

240

1907 55th St vs Des Moines

45 DAYS ON ROCKET

+13 Days

$244,900

+$29.9K More

$246/SqFt

+$55 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $29.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $55/SqFt more than other homes in Des Moines, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #704378

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Pennie Carroll & Associates
  • Office Phone: (515) 490-8025
  • Listing Agent: Pennie Carroll

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Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 11/5/2024, 9:20:49 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$4,410$191,500
2020$4,410$170,100
2019$4,152$170,100
2018$4,152$156,100
2017$3,890$156,100

History based on county public records data.

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$1,290

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$801

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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2
/10

  • Hillis Elementary School

  • 2401 56th St

  • 0.29 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 0.70 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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4
/10

  • Merrill Middle School

  • 5301 Grand Ave

  • 1.96 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 6.78 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Roosevelt High School

  • 4419 Center St

  • 1.49 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $65,083. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1907 55th St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1907 55th St property is $244,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 1907 55th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1907 55th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1907 55th St are:
Hillis Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Merrill Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Roosevelt High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $4,410 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1907 55th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1907 55th St is 996 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1907 55th St is 1946.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50310›1907 55th St

This home is located at 1907 55th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Merle Hay neighborhood. This 996 square foot home, which was built in 1946, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 20, 2024 and is currently priced at $244,900.

In October 2024 more than 39 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 62 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 139 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 6.9% between September 2024 and October 2024. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $214,985, while the average time on the real estate market was 32 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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