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3916 Merced St, Des Moines, IA, 50310

$260,000

Home List Price

$3,088*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
1,096 SqFt
$237/SqFt
House

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3916 Merced St, Des Moines$260,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$3,088*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1961
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #707776
Lot Size0.18 Acres
StatusActive

About 3916 Merced St

Looking for a Lower Beaver neighborhood home? Step into a beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, nestled in the welcoming neighborhood of Lower Beaverdale. Recent exterior upgrades include a brand-new roof, fresh siding, and a pristine concrete driveway and porch/backyard patio that create instant curb appeal. Inside, the home preserves its original hardwood floors and unique charm, with an open yet defined layout that feels spacious and inviting. The finished basement offers an additional entertainment room and tons of storage space, whether for family nights, a home gym, or extra storage. Enjoy indoor and outdoor—perfect for gatherings or peaceful evenings. There’s a 2 car garage perfect for your vehicles or storage. Don’t miss out on this blend of classic charm and modern dream home!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Living Area: 1,096 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Epique Realty
  • Office Phone: (712) 264-5678
  • Listing Agent: Emily Nguyen

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Wet Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, Patio

Parking Information:

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

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

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

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Turn right onto Douglas Ave, Pass by Dairy Queen (Treat), Turn left onto Beaver Ave, Turn right onto Shawnee Ave,Turn left onto 40th St, Turn right onto Merced St, Home is on the right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $260,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $237/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,806
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$215K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

34

# of Sold Homes

205

3916 Merced St vs Des Moines

34 DAYS ON ROCKET

-0 Day

$260,000

+$45K More

$237/SqFt

+$46 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $45K more than the Median Sold Price and $46/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: #707776

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Epique Realty
  • Office Phone: (712) 264-5678
  • Listing Agent: Emily Nguyen

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 15, 2007Home Sold
$145,000
Oct 25, 2005Home Sold
$140,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$3,806$169,500
2020$3,806$155,600
2019$3,508$155,600
2018$3,508$140,600
2017$3,208$140,600

History based on county public records data.

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$1,365

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$846

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.

Nearby Schools

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3
/10

  • Samuelson Elementary School

  • 3929 Bel Aire Rd

  • 0.19 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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1
/10

  • Moore Elementary School

  • 3716 50th St

  • 1.12 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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1
/10

  • Monroe Elementary School

  • 2250 30th St

  • 1.78 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $48,043. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 3916 Merced St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 3916 Merced St property is $260,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 3916 Merced St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50310.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 3916 Merced St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $3,806 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on October 15, 2007 for $145,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 3916 Merced St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 3916 Merced St is 1,096 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 3916 Merced St is 1961.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50310›3916 Merced St

This home is located at 3916 Merced St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50310 in the Lower Beaver neighborhood. This 1,096 square foot home, which was built in 1961, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $260,000.

In November 2024 more than 34 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 49 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 122 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 5.2% between October 2024 and November 2024. In November 2024 median list price was $215,000 and the average listing age was 34 days.

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

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