In the heart of West Des Moines, a little slice of country awaits. Located in the established Des Moines Golf and Country Club neighborhood, this distinctive brick walkout 1½-story home rests on an extraordinary .77-acre lot. Towering mature trees, gardens and sprawling lawns create a secluded, park-like setting just minutes from Dowling and Valley High Schools. With the ease of main-floor living and an architectural personality all its own, the interior unfolds into generous gathering spaces, stunning white oak hardwood floors, a striking limestone fireplace and a second fireplace in the family room. There's room to host a crowd, yet plenty of inviting corners to simply relax. The spectacular vaulted four season sun room may be the home's most memorable feature. Soaring windows and skylights frame the changing seasons, from brilliant autumn colors to snow gently falling beyond the glass. Imagine morning coffee here or evenings spent overlooking your own private retreat. Step outside and it's easy to forget you're in the middle of the city. Sprawling lawns, mature trees, multi-level patios, a pond and firepit create a setting made for memorable gatherings, quiet evenings and everything in between. There's even room to indulge a love of gardening, complete with a garden shed. The circular driveway offers ample parking for guests, while a four-car tuck-under garage provides exceptional space for vehicles and storage. A slice of country living in the heart of West Des Moines.
For sale
$590,000
1125 18th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
4beds
3,169sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$186/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Striking limestone fireplacePond and firepitSecluded park-like settingGenerous gathering spacesTowering mature treesSoaring windows and skylightsGarden shed
- 4 days
- 915
- 72
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Michelle Price (515)360-1014,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 752257
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,169
- Total interior livable area: 3,169 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Tandem
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fire Pit, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 337
- Features: Pond on Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 32002383000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
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: $186/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $580,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,813
- Date on market: 10/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 161 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $590,000+2.6%$186/sqft |
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| 10/12/2026 | Listing removed | $575,000$181/sqft |
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| 10/2/2026 | Price change | $575,000-0.8%$181/sqft |
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| 9/11/2026 | Price change | $579,900-3.3%$183/sqft |
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| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $599,900-4%$189/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Price change | $625,000-3.1%$197/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $645,000-0.8%$204/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+132.6%$205/sqft |
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| 12/28/2001 | Sold | $279,500$88/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,180 +2.1% | $580,000 +12.5% |
| 2024 | $8,008 +2.5% | $515,700 |
| 2023 | $7,814 +1.2% | $515,700 +24.7% |
| 2022 | $7,720 +5.7% | $413,500 |
| 2021 | $7,304 +1.6% | $413,500 +10.9% |
| 2020 | $7,190 +5.1% | $372,800 |
| 2019 | $6,844 -0.2% | $372,800 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $6,856 | $342,600 |
| 2017 | $6,856 +5.7% | $342,600 +6.3% |
| 2016 | $6,486 | $322,400 |
| 2015 | $6,486 +10.2% | $322,400 +7.7% |
| 2014 | $5,888 | $299,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $299,300 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $300,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $300,100 -6% |
| 2010 | -- | $319,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $319,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $319,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $319,300 +8% |
| 2006 | -- | $295,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $295,600 +29.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $228,090 +16.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $195,670 |
| 2001 | -- | $195,670 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
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.



