Welcome home to this well-established and inviting two-story townhome in the heart of West Des Moines! The sunny, open floor plan offers comfortable living and entertaining spaces throughout. The spacious living room, featuring a cozy corner fireplace. The spacious eat in kitchen is light filled and room for a full table. Step outside to the large deck overlooking beautiful perennial gardens and a private wooded backdrop, creating a peaceful outdoor retreat. Pet lovers will appreciate the private setting plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. Upstairs, you'll find two generous bedrooms and nicely remodeled full bathroom. Home is filled with natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Finished basement has additional living space and non-conforming bedroom and closet. Perfect for office or den. Additional features include a detached one-car garage, pet-friendly surroundings, and a desirable West Des Moines location close to shopping, dining, parks, and walking paths. Don't miss this opportunity to own a bright and private townhome in one of WDM most convenient locations! All information obtained from seller and public records.
For sale
$184,900
157 52nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
1,080sqft
Townhouse, Condominium
Built in 1989
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$310/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy corner fireplaceSunny open floor planWarm and welcoming atmospherePeaceful outdoor retreatPrivate wooded backdropPet-friendly surroundingsDetached one-car garage
- 38 days |
- 672 |
- 29 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stephanie Sullivan (515)770-6245,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742307
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,080
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 540
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Details
- Parcel number: 32004116755000
- Zoning: PUDMD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1989
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: $310 monthly
- HOA name: Southwoods West
- Second HOA name: Sentry
- Second HOA phone: 515-222-3699
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $175,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,661
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 39 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
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Estimated sales range
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Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $184,900$171/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2017 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,250+4.2%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2016 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,622 +2.1% | $175,100 +8.1% |
| 2024 | $2,568 +1.1% | $162,000 |
| 2023 | $2,540 +1.2% | $162,000 +23.2% |
| 2022 | $2,510 -1.5% | $131,500 |
| 2021 | $2,548 +1.5% | $131,500 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $2,510 +8.9% | $127,100 |
| 2019 | $2,304 -0.3% | $127,100 +13% |
| 2018 | $2,310 | $112,500 |
| 2017 | $2,310 +6.2% | $112,500 +6.9% |
| 2016 | $2,176 | $105,200 |
| 2015 | $2,176 +4.3% | $105,200 +2.2% |
| 2014 | $2,086 | $102,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $102,900 -10.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $114,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $114,500 -0.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $114,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $114,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $114,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $114,900 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $106,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $106,700 +11.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $95,720 +6.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $89,710 |
| 2001 | -- | $89,710 |
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$1,547Mortgage insurance
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$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Western Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.7 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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