Property Description
Spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath two-story home offering a rare combination of space, privacy, and opportunity in a central location. Situated on an oversized ¾-acre lot, this property delivers a park-like setting with mature trees, a large fenced backyard, and a garden area?ideal for outdoor living, entertaining, or simply enjoying your own private retreat in the city.
Inside, the main floor features an open-concept layout with great flow between living, dining, and kitchen spaces. A main-level bedroom and full bathroom provide flexible living options, perfect for guests, a home office, or convenient single-level living. A bright 4-season room extends the living space year-round and opens to the back deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection.
Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a second full bathroom, offering comfortable separation of space. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, all of which stay with the home.
Major updates have already been completed, including new siding (2023), new HVAC system (2023), updated electrical panel (2022), and a sewer line replacement to the street (2013), Radon Mitigation, giving peace of mind on big-ticket items.
With key improvements in place, this is an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to build sweat equity through cosmetic updates. Ideal for owner-occupants, investors, or anyone searching for a large lot, mature trees, and space to grow?properties like this are hard to find.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Unfinished
Cooling: Central Air
Garage: 1
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Home Style: Two Story
Lot Size: 0.77 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt, Shingle
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $4,794
Year Built: 1946
Feature Descriptions
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Days on Site: 5
Exterior: Vinyl Siding
Fencimg: Chain Link
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Lot: Irregular Lot
Lot Dimensions: 58.44
Parcel#: 10007062001000
Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Parking Notes: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
1328 Merle Hay Road | MLS# 739534
This single family home located at 1328 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50311 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $267,500. This property was built in 1946 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with 1579 sq. ft. Merle Hay Road is located within the Des Moines Independent school district. Search Des Moines real estate on johnandstephanielivingston.hunzikerrealty.com today.