Welcome to this updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home offering charm and modern updates in a convenient Northwest Des Moines location. The bright interior features beautiful hardwood floors, fresh neutral paint, and abundant natural light.
The updated kitchen includes white cabinetry, butcher block countertops, open shelving, and a cozy breakfast bar. The home offers an inviting floor plan on the main-level living space plus a 600 sq ft basement for storage or future finishing potential.
Recent updates include a new roof, new HVAC system and updated electrical system (2021). New Washer (2025) and Dryer (2024). Updated kitchen appliances.
It is situated on a large lot with beautiful trees and landscaping. A detached 14x20 garage with a deck off the back, perfect for fire pit, grill and entertaining. The convenient location is within walking distance to Merle Hay Mall, Target, and many other shopping and restaurant options. This home is perfect for first-time buyers, down sizers, or investors.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (3/24)
$179,000
3608 59th St, Des Moines, IA 50322
2beds
612sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
9,069.19 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$292/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Abundant natural lightUpdated kitchenBeautiful hardwood floorsBright interiorFresh neutral paintCozy breakfast barOpen shelving
- 38 days |
- 579 |
- 35 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Elissa Gutierrez (515)238-1618,
Platinum Realty LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 735762
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 612
- Total interior livable area: 612 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 9,069.19 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 197 x 43
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10002848000000
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $292/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $140,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,614
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 39 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/24/2026 | Price change | $179,000-5.3%$292/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,000+23.5%$309/sqft |
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| 12/21/2021 | Sold | $153,000+80%$250/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2021 | Sold | $85,000$139/sqft |
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| 7/28/2021 | Pending sale | $85,000+12.6%$139/sqft |
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| 9/5/2003 | Sold | $75,500$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,556 -2.6% | $140,400 |
| 2023 | $2,624 +0.8% | $140,400 +16.8% |
| 2022 | $2,602 +2.9% | $120,200 |
| 2021 | $2,528 -3.5% | $120,200 +9.4% |
| 2020 | $2,620 +9% | $109,900 |
| 2019 | $2,404 +1.2% | $109,900 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $2,376 | $98,000 |
| 2017 | $2,376 +12.3% | $98,000 +10.1% |
| 2016 | $2,116 | $89,000 |
| 2015 | $2,116 +12.8% | $89,000 +8.3% |
| 2014 | $1,876 | $82,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $82,200 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $82,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $82,400 -5.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $86,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $86,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $86,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $86,800 +5.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $82,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $82,300 +7.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $76,800 +8.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $71,060 |
| 2001 | -- | $71,060 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,136/mo
Principal & interest
$911
Property taxes
$225
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Getting around
38 / 100
Some TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50322
- Merle Hay
- 3608 59th St






