Make yourself at home in this charming and meticulously maintained ranch home. Great location, close to Valley Junction, parks, schools, shopping, and so much more. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or hoping to expand your investment portfolio, this home is a must-see with over 1,600 square feet of finished living space 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The main level features a bright living room, an eat-in kitchen, three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, everything you need on one level. Head downstairs to the finished basement that adds even more living space with a spacious family room, a non-conforming fourth bedroom, a full bathroom, and ample storage space. Outside, enjoy the newer composite deck, a partially fenced backyard perfect for pets, gardening, or relaxing, as well as a one-car attached garage. The washer and dryer is currently located in one of the main level bedrooms, but could be moved to the lower level where additional connections exist. Have peace of mind with an updated HVAC in 2025, udpated fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer, an already installed radon mitigation system, and a clean, well-maintained interior. This home is ready for its next chapter. Furniture and TV's in home are negotiable.
Pending
$239,900
1017 8th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
923sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$260/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished basementOne-car attached garageNewer composite deckClean well-maintained interiorSpacious family roomEat-in kitchenAmple storage space
- 48 days |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Lacey Paine (515)210-2991,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741003
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 923
- Total interior livable area: 923 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 750
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 65 x 200
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32000816001000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $260/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $207,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,060
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 51 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Pending sale | $239,900$260/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #741003 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $239,900+81.7%$260/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #741003 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2019 | Sold | $132,000$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,060 +2.1% | $207,500 +9.7% |
| 2024 | $2,998 -3.1% | $189,100 |
| 2023 | $3,094 +2.7% | $189,100 +18% |
| 2022 | $3,014 +5.6% | $160,200 +1.4% |
| 2021 | $2,854 +1.6% | $158,000 +11% |
| 2020 | $2,810 +13.9% | $142,300 |
| 2019 | $2,468 -0.1% | $142,300 +10.3% |
| 2018 | $2,470 | $129,000 |
| 2017 | $2,470 +7.3% | $129,000 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $2,302 | $120,000 |
| 2015 | $2,302 +3.9% | $120,000 +1.5% |
| 2014 | $2,216 | $118,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $118,200 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $118,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $118,500 -2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $121,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $121,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $121,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $121,100 +5.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $114,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $114,500 +11% |
| 2003 | -- | $103,130 +13.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $90,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Des Moines
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
- West Des Moines
- 50265
- 1017 8th St
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