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1215 Merle Hay Rd

Des Moines IA 50311

2
2
1
912 sq. ft.
6600 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Last sold for $208,600
Sara C. HopkinsSara C. Hopkins, last sold this property on 12 December 2025 after -82 days on market.

Overview

This Merle Hay home is full of thoughtful details inside and out. You'll love the high ceilings and open flow between the kitchen and living room, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is a showstopper with granite countertops and a gas stove that even non-cooks will appreciate. The versatile layout offers flexibility, including a main bedroom with an attached bonus room ideal for a walk-in closet, office, cozy sitting area or even a nursery. The refinished basement adds even more living space and another bonus room, giving you plenty of room to spread out. Need storage? You'll find an organized tote system in the space beneath the garage, perfect for keeping everything neatly in place. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard that's great for kids, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. The location is ideal with quick access to local amenities including shopping, parks, and restaurants. BONUS: This home is in a NFC lending area, offering access to special loan programs and potential grants for home improvements, an amazing opportunity for first-time buyers to build equity in a growing community. Come see why this adorable home could be the perfect start to your homeownership journey!

Features

2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1 carspace
1 garage space
912 sq. ft. floor area
6600 sq. ft. lot size
Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 2 bedroom single-family properties sold in Des Moines over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 1215 Merle Hay Rd is $196.95k.

Median value
$196.95k
Estimated value range
$60k - $245k
Median days on market
10
Estimated value trend
3%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Des Moines. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 1215 Merle Hay Rd

2025
Sold
$208,600
12 Dec 2025 by Sara C. Hopkins, of RE/MAX Precision
2021
Sold
$171,500
13 Aug 2021 by Kala Yamen, of Keller Williams Realty GDM
2019
Sold
$55,000
26 Jul 2019 by Daniel Birkenholz, of Birkenholz Real Estate

Happy sellers in Des Moines

90%
90% of sellers in Des Moines reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Des Moines stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 6 reviews in Des Moines over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 2 bedroom single-family properties in Des Moines

In the last 12 months, 36 two-bedroom single-family properties similar to 1215 Merle Hay Rd, have been sold.

This represents a 17% increase in two-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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