Welcome home to this well-maintained, one owner home nestled in an established West Des Moines neighborhood. The upper level offers a spacious living room, formal dining area, and an eat-in kitchen with access to the backyard patio and charming pergola. You'll also find three bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a primary bedroom with its own bathroom. The finished lower level features a second large living space with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a large non-conforming room and half bath. Complete with a 2-car attached garage. New HVAC and roof within the last 3–4 years, this home has been lovingly cared for and is ready for its next owner. Easy freeway access, near Pearson Park, shopping and dining.
Sold for $305,000
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$305,000
1236 20th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,460sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
0.26 Acres Lot
$305,000 Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$2,053 Estimated rent
Home value
$305,000
$290,000 - $320,000
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Formal dining areaFinished lower levelSecond large living spaceThree bedroomsCharming pergolaEat-in kitchenCozy wood-burning fireplace
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Listed by:
Gabby Fisher (515)313-6953,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Kelsey Russell
RE/MAX Concepts
Christopher Kelly
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741155
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,460
- Total interior livable area: 1,460 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 707
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 320/00646009000
- Zoning: R5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split-Foyer
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Sold | $305,000-3.2%$209/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #741155 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Pending sale | $315,000$216/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #741155 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $315,000$216/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #741155 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,456 -0.2% | $336,300 +12.4% |
| 2024 | $4,466 -1.3% | $299,200 |
| 2023 | $4,524 +1.2% | $299,200 +23% |
| 2022 | $4,470 +6.3% | $243,200 |
| 2021 | $4,204 +1.6% | $243,200 +11.5% |
| 2020 | $4,136 +5.1% | $218,200 |
| 2019 | $3,934 -0.2% | $218,200 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $3,940 | $200,600 |
| 2017 | $3,940 +7.5% | $200,600 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $3,664 | $185,900 |
| 2015 | $3,664 +11.7% | $185,900 +8.9% |
| 2014 | $3,280 | $170,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $170,700 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $171,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $171,000 -6.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $183,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $183,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $183,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $183,400 +13.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $161,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $161,700 +11.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $144,890 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $142,030 |
| 2001 | -- | $142,030 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Fairmeadows Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.1 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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- Polk County
- West Des Moines
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- 1236 20th St
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