This charming, meticulously maintained and updated Fairmeadows ranch boasts stunning hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen features newer cabinetry with better layout, quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. The spacious unfinished lower level offers potential for additional living space, complete with a bar area. Step outside to the inviting patio and backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The oversized 24x24 detached garage provides ample space for two cars and extra storage. Ideally located in West Des Moines, just a short walk to the highly-rated Fairmeadows Elementary School. Roof replaced 2020, N&W home siding replaced 2020, HVAC & SS Kitchen appliances approx. 7-10 years in age, sewer line from house to city-right-of-way replaced 10/2025.
Sold for $256,000
$256,000
1909 Prospect Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
943sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
8,450 Square Feet Lot
$255,900 Zestimate®
$271/sqft
$1,746 Estimated rent
Home value
$255,900
$243,000 - $271,000
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Extra storageSpacious unfinished lower levelStunning hardwood floorsQuartz countertopsInviting patioStainless-steel appliancesNewer cabinetry
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Listed by:
Lori A Phelan,
BHHS First Realty Westown
Bought with:
Jami Bassman Ahart
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 724686
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 943
- Total interior livable area: 943 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 8,450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 65 x 130
Details
- Parcel number: 32001527000000
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $271/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,414
- Date on market: 8/21/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 60 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Sold | $256,000-1.5%$271/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #724686 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Pending sale | $259,900$276/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #724686 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,900+73.3%$276/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #724686 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2018 | Sold | $150,000-6.2%$159/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #562272 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2018 | Pending sale | $159,900$170/sqft |
Source: Space Simply #562272 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $159,900$170/sqft |
Source: Space Simply #562272 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,212 +2.1% | $224,500 +13.1% |
| 2024 | $3,146 +0.3% | $198,500 |
| 2023 | $3,138 +1.2% | $198,500 +22.2% |
| 2022 | $3,100 +0.6% | $162,500 |
| 2021 | $3,080 +1.5% | $162,500 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $3,034 +14.8% | $153,600 |
| 2019 | $2,644 -0.1% | $153,600 +11.6% |
| 2018 | $2,646 | $137,600 |
| 2017 | $2,646 +9.9% | $137,600 +9.9% |
| 2016 | $2,408 | $125,200 |
| 2015 | $2,408 +16.6% | $125,200 +13% |
| 2014 | $2,066 | $110,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $110,800 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $111,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $111,200 -7.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $119,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $119,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $119,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $119,700 +12.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $106,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $106,800 +9.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $97,200 +4.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $93,110 |
| 2001 | -- | $93,110 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Fairmeadows Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.2 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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