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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, specialties, client reviews, and more to find the best agent for you. Updated for September 2025. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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“Isaiah was always professional and very fast to respond. He walked me through the process from start to finish and answered any questions I had along the way. He was great to work with, and I would definitely recommend him to anyone buying or selling a house.”
“Shane was very personable and stuck with us for over a year and showed us multiple properties. He was very quick to get us in to see for new homes for sale. Shane explained the selling process of our home step by step and kept us updated throughout the selling process. Shane is great to work with and we recommend him to all of our family and friends.”
“Lacie was amazing throughout the whole buying experience as a first-time home owner. She made every effort to keep me informed during our buying process and shown her expertise when any questions arose. When there were some questions she couldn't answer she was able to defer me to the appriorate subject-matter expert whether it was an electrician for electrical questions/work to inspection questions. She was absolutely fantastic to work with and would highly recommend her to friends and family that are looking to buy/sell now and later! Thank you Lacie Shelby for working with my partner and I. Thank you even more for making our first home purchase worth it!”
“She did go really far out of her way to show a house and had really good input on things we didn't notice”
“Kristina Sharp worked hard to make sure I was happy with the property and was with me the whole way since I had not purchased a home before. She made me feel comfortable and went through everything so I could understand the home buying proceedures. I have and will continue to recomend Kristina and a person who cares about the people she is trying to assist when buying a home.”
“Deanna was amazing! She listened to me & understood my goals. She answered all questions & was respectful of my wants & needs. She was quick with responses & was there for me every step of the process.”
“To whom it my concern, It is our immense pleasure to recommend Viola Salvato as a real estate agent for any individual or family searching for the ideal home. Viola had an initial meeting with us regarding our specific needs in a home as well as our budgetary limits. She is highly talented and immediately found us numerous listings of homes. She did not waste our time with homes that were not in line with our needs. Viola is a master with contract negotiation she came up with a deal that was good for us as well as making the seller happy. She knows the area like the back of her hand and there is nothing that escapes her attention when it comes to properties for sale in this area. We found Viola to be a highly attentive agent, almost as if we were her only customers, although we know that was not the case. She returned all phone calls and emails the same day. We never felt neglected or unimportant. She also is highly personable with an engaging personality. She is hands down the best!”
“Dakotah was amazing to work with! Dakotah was referred to us by someone and we will continue to refer him to others. Knowledgeable about the Des Moines area and homes in the area. Always felt that Dakotah was looking out for us as first time home buyers and helped us explain the home buying process in great detail. When we do decide to sell our incredible home, we will surely work with Dakotah again!”
“Roger was very responsive to our house selling & buying needs. He also presented to us additional options on other properties to consider besides the ones we found of interest to your.”
“Matt cares deeply about his clients and is as trustworthy as they come. He was a fantastic guide and advisor through our home buying process. We ran into a number of snafus and hiccups but he navigated us through them to secure a good deal. Highly recommend Matt!”
“Enjoyed working with Rich and his team. Our acreage sold quickly and we received multiple offers.”
“Julie really knows how to market a property and obtain a ton of exposure. She was extremely helpful and insightful in selling my house. She also really cares for her clients.”
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Merle Hay real estate market, updated for September 2025. *
The typical home value in Merle Hay is projected to be $226,250 for the month of August. July’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the neighborhood to be $227,500—up 4.84% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, city-level data pegged home values at $222,750 in Des Moines for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $225,130 in August.
Merle Hay had 57 new listings and 59 listings that went under contract in July, increasing the area’s total available inventory to 29—up 11.54% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further increased in August.
The median listing price for homes in Merle Hay fell 4.31% from June to July, bringing the current median listing price to $220,000. Based on projected data for August, listing prices may continue to fall.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In July 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 32 days, compared to 56 days in July 2024. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be decreasing. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this August.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Merle Hay offers residents a warm, well-balanced mix of convenient shopping, walkable streets, green spaces, and close-knit community amenities that make everyday life feel easy and lively.
Merle Hay pairs practicality and personality on the same block. On the northwest side of Des Moines, this established neighborhood blends midcentury homes with well-kept rentals and pocket parks, all within minutes of Hickman Road and the interstates. Its namesake corridor, Merle Hay Road, keeps daily errands easy and connects you quickly to Beaverdale and Urbandale. Weekend plans rarely require a long drive.
At the center, Merle Hay Mall continues to add retail, dining, and entertainment, while DART routes make commuting and downtown outings straightforward. Green space is close by at Tower Park, and tee times are a tradition at Waveland Golf Course. Book lovers gravitate to the Franklin Avenue Library, a busy branch with story times, study spots, and community programs.
Families appreciate strong public options with Des Moines Public Schools, including on-campus pathways at Hoover High School and Meredith Middle School. Sidewalk-lined streets, local coffee and casual eats, and easy crosstown access give the area a consistent appeal for first-time buyers, move-up households, and long-term residents alike.
Whether you’re moving up, simplifying, or relocating for work, Merle Hay offers the everyday convenience and community feel many buyers seek—and the steady demand sellers want. When it’s time to make a move, Agent Pronto can connect buyers and sellers with a top local real estate professional who knows Merle Hay inside and out.
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