This home is truly impeccable! This custom home plan is unique and doesn't fit the typical split foyer mold. Upon entry you will notice an oversized entryway that leads to a wide open floor plan with 9 ft ceilings for the living room with fireplace, dining area and kitchen surrounded by natural daylight! Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout this area. Kitchen is spacious with ample cupboards and new slate appliances plus breakfast bar. Large master with built in custom closet system. All baths are updated in the home including the master bath. Bright basement with daylight windows include a second family room, full bath, good storage space and additional bedrooms. Updates include carpet, paint, fans, sinks, lighting, windows, deck, baths, showers, HVAC and water heater to name a few. Home is in a desired location with a PRIVATE fenced backyard oasis with mature trees and perennials! Call today!
Sold for $325,000
$325,000
1221 S 51st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
4beds
1,055sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
9,888.12 Square Feet Lot
$322,600 Zestimate®
$308/sqft
$2,137 Estimated rent
Home value
$322,600
$303,000 - $342,000
$2,137/mo
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Wide open floor planSecond family roomMature treesGorgeous hardwood floorsPrivate fenced backyard oasisBreakfast barDining area
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Listed by:
Kelly Perkins (515)480-0849,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Beck, Madi
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 719224
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,055
- Total interior livable area: 1,055 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 875
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 9,888 sqft
- Dimensions: 60 x 165
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32002190560009
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split-Foyer
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2025 | Sold | $325,000$308/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #719224 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Pending sale | $325,000$308/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719224 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000+71.5%$308/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719224 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2009 | Sold | $189,500+2.7%$180/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2006 | Sold | $184,500+23.4%$175/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2003 | Sold | $149,500$142/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,162 +2.2% | $289,000 +8.1% |
| 2024 | $4,072 +0.2% | $267,400 |
| 2023 | $4,064 +1.2% | $267,400 +21.9% |
| 2022 | $4,014 -0.1% | $219,300 |
| 2021 | $4,018 +1.6% | $219,300 +4.9% |
| 2020 | $3,954 +2.3% | $209,000 |
| 2019 | $3,866 -0.1% | $209,000 +6% |
| 2018 | $3,870 | $197,200 |
| 2017 | $3,870 +11.1% | $197,200 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $3,482 | $177,100 |
| 2015 | $3,482 +10% | $177,100 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $3,166 | $165,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $165,000 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $165,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $165,200 -2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $170,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $170,000 +4% |
| 2008 | -- | $163,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $163,500 +4.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $157,000 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $151,140 +6.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $141,860 |
| 2001 | -- | $141,860 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Jordan Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.6 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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