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About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 5108 Merced Street in Des Moines, IA is listed for $285,000 ($276 per sqft). Built in 1971, the home offers 1,034 sqft of living space on a 0.20 acres lot.

Agent Description

Well-maintained split foyer home located in the desirable Johnston Community School District! The main level offers a spacious living room, dining area with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, an updated kitchen, and newer flooring throughout much of the space.

Three bedrooms are located on the main floor, including a primary bedroom with convenient pass-through access to the full bathroom. Finished lower level provides additional living space with a second wood-burning fireplace, a 4th bedroom, and a half bath-perfect for guests, a home office, or extra entertaining space.

Step outside to the deck overlooking the flat, fully fenced backyard featuring blackberry bushes along with mature peach, pear, and plum trees. Major exterior updates include newer windows and siding (2017) and a roof replacement in 2019.

Key Features

  • Built in 1971
  • 0.20 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
1 full, 1 half
1971

Amenities

FireplaceA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,524/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$206
Interest$1,235
Insurance$83

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

5108 Merced Street

Des Moines, IA 50310

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningAreaWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

DeckPatioStorage

Property Details

Flooring

LaminateTile

Construction

CementSiding

Pool Features

PatioDeck

Parking

Garage

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 5108 Merced Street is listed at $285,000 ($276/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,235 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1971, 0.20 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea, WindowTreatments. Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Storage.

This property is listed by Charissa Peters and can be reached at (800) 724-2297 or charissa@iowarealty.com.

CP

Charissa Peters

Agent at Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

(800) 724-2297

Listed by Iowa Realty Mills Crossing · View on Broker Site

MLS# 740744· Source: listhub· Updated 18 days ago

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5108 Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

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