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For sale by owner
    • $157,000

    1256 49th St Unit 8, West Des Moines, IA 50266

    2beds
    1,081sqft
    : 
    $1,392/mo
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    Condo
    Built in 1982
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $145/sqft
    $275/mo HOA

    What's special

    Efficient layoutCentral cooling
    includes a $14,000 new HVAC system install. Affordable condo located in a prime West Des Moines location. This 2nd-floor unit features an open-concept layout with a spacious living room, a large dining area, and a kitchen with plenty of storage and countertop space. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, in-unit laundry, and 2 storage areas provide ample space throughout. That's not all, balcony deck off the living room, 1 car garage, 1 parking space, and all appliances are also included!
    97 days
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    135
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    3
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    Listed by:

    Property Owner (515) 244-3448

    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced air, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,081 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage - Detached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Wood, Metal
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: None
      Details
      • Parcel number: 32001252101008

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      Materials
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1982

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: City

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $275 monthly
      Location
      • Region: West Des Moines

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $145/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $152,000
      • Annual tax amount: $1,732
      • Date on market: 4/21/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $1,235/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/22/2026Listed for sale$157,000+6.3%$145/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/5/2026Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/21/2026Listed for sale$147,725-10.5%$137/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        9/18/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/19/2024Listed for sale$165,000+61.8%$153/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/15/2020Sold$102,000-2.9%$94/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #612264 Report a problem
        9/8/2020Pending sale$105,000$97/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #612264 Report a problem
        8/18/2020Listed for sale$105,000+17.3%$97/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #612264 Report a problem
        5/19/2009Sold$89,500$83/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,732 +1.1%$152,000 +16.1%
        2024$1,714 +1.1%$130,900
        2023$1,696 +8%$130,900 +30%
        2022$1,570 -3.7%$100,700
        2021$1,630 +1.7%$100,700 +12%
        2020$1,602 +6.8%$89,900
        2019$1,500 +0.1%$89,900 +10%
        2018$1,498 $81,700
        2017$1,498 +11.1%$81,700 +10.6%
        2016$1,348 $73,900
        2015$1,348 $73,900 -2%
        2014$1,348 $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
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50266

        Getting around

        41 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        34 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: West Des Moines

        Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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