Enjoy convenient, low-maintenance living in this updated first-floor condo located in the heart of West Des Moines. This well-maintained home features 2 spacious bedrooms, 1 full bath, and an additional ¾ bath, along with a dedicated dining area and large living space.
Recent updates include fresh interior paint, new carpet, and modern appliances. Dual-pane windows provide energy efficiency and added comfort. A one-stall garage is included, plus an additional open parking space for guests or a second vehicle. Excellent location close to shopping, dining, parks, and commuter routes! All information obtained from seller and public records.
Sold for $149,000
$149,000
1240 49th St Unit 5, West Des Moines, IA 50266
2beds
1,081sqft
Townhouse, Condominium, Multi Family, Apartment
Built in 1982
-- sqft lot
$150,100 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$1,331 Estimated rent
Home value
$150,100
$143,000 - $158,000
$1,331/mo
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Modern appliancesLarge living spaceUpdated first-floor condoWell-maintained homeDual-pane windowsSpacious bedroomsFresh interior paint
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Listed by:
Bo Cosens 515-223-9492,
RE/MAX Precision,
Cara Kelly,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Amina Mujic
Iowa Realty Newton
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 718332
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,081
- Total interior livable area: 1,081 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32001252103005
- Zoning: RH
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium, Multi Family, Apartment
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $265 monthly
- HOA name: Crossroads
- Second HOA name: Hudson Property Mgmt
- Second HOA phone: 515-650-2350
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $138/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $152,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,311
- Date on market: 5/16/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 203 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/6/2026 | Sold | $149,000-0.6%$138/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #718332 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Pending sale | $149,900$139/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #718332 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2025 | Price change | $149,900-6.3%$139/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #718332 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Price change | $159,900-2.9%$148/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #718332 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Price change | $164,700-3.1%$152/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #718332 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $169,900+61.8%$157/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #718332 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/22/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,150-8%$1/sqft |
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| 3/15/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/23/2024 | Price change | $1,250-3.8%$1/sqft |
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| 1/26/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,300$1/sqft |
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| 5/21/2018 | Listing removed | $105,000$97/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2018 | Listed for sale | $105,000$97/sqft |
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| 5/18/2018 | Sold | $105,000$97/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #572188 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2018 | Pending sale | $105,000$97/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2018 | Listed for sale | $105,000+61.3%$97/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2016 | Sold | $65,100+12.2%$60/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #508989 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2015 | Listed for sale | $58,000-23.2%$54/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #508989 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/1999 | Sold | $75,500$70/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,118 +2.1% | $152,000 +16.1% |
| 2024 | $2,074 +6.7% | $130,900 |
| 2023 | $1,944 +1.1% | $130,900 +30% |
| 2022 | $1,922 +6.7% | $100,700 |
| 2021 | $1,802 +1.5% | $100,700 +12% |
| 2020 | $1,776 +6.1% | $89,900 |
| 2019 | $1,674 +11.7% | $89,900 +10% |
| 2018 | $1,498 | $81,700 |
| 2017 | $1,498 -2% | $81,700 +10.6% |
| 2016 | $1,528 | $73,900 |
| 2015 | $1,528 -0.1% | $73,900 -2% |
| 2014 | $1,530 | $75,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $75,400 -10% |
| 2012 | -- | $83,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $83,800 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $86,400 +3.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $83,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $83,600 +6.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $78,780 +2.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,080 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,080 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50266
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Crossroads Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Indian Hills Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.7 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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