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    • Price increase: $14.9K (8/22)
    $299,900

    1916 Locust St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    3beds
    1,152sqft
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    $2,117/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1953
    7,927 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $260/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Peace of mind in this updated ranch home in West Des Moines Fair Meadows neighborhood. This homes recent updates include a new furnace, air conditioner, main level windows, all new electrical panel and service, new front and back deck, and all new appliances. The main level has 3 bedrooms and two living spaces and in the lower level another large living space, bathroom, wet bar and non conforming 4th bedroom. Outside you will find a oversized two car garage along with a partially fenced in yard and firepit. This home is located in a desirable neighborhood with a park at the end of the block.
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    Listed by:

    Nick Stephenson (515)508-9087,

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747754MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Wet Bar, Dining Area
      • Flooring: Carpet
      • Basement: Finished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,152
      • Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 600

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 7,927 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 60 x 132
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 32001450000000
      • Zoning: R-1

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Metal Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1953

      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: $260/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $215,900
      • Annual tax amount: $4,409
      • Date on market: 8/21/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 1 day
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/22/2026Price change$299,900+5.2%$260/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #747754 Report a problem
        4/8/2026Pending sale$285,000$247/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #728251 Report a problem
        4/2/2026Listed for sale$285,000$247/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #728251 Report a problem
        3/20/2026Pending sale$285,000$247/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #728251 Report a problem
        11/17/2025Price change$285,000-1.7%$247/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #728251 Report a problem
        11/6/2025Listed for sale$290,000$252/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #728251 Report a problem
        10/27/2025Pending sale$290,000$252/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #728251 Report a problem
        6/9/2025Price change$290,000-1.7%$252/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #717898 Report a problem
        5/12/2025Listed for sale$295,000+59.5%$256/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #717898 Report a problem
        2/7/2025Sold$185,000-7.3%$161/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #708677 Report a problem
        12/30/2024Pending sale$199,500$173/sqft
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        12/5/2024Listed for sale$199,500+119.2%$173/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #708677 Report a problem
        5/18/1998Sold$91,000$79/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,086 +2.1%$215,900 +13.2%
        2024$3,022 -0.1%$190,700
        2023$3,026 +1.2%$190,700 +21.7%
        2022$2,990 +0.3%$156,700
        2021$2,980 +1.5%$156,700 +5.5%
        2020$2,936 -5.6%$148,600
        2019$3,110 -0.2%$148,600 -2.1%
        2018$3,116 $151,800
        2017$3,116 +8.8%$151,800 +9.6%
        2016$2,864 $138,500
        2015$2,864 +1.5%$138,500 -0.5%
        2014$2,822 $139,200
        2013-- $139,200 -0.2%
        2012-- $139,500
        2011-- $139,500 +6.7%
        2010-- $130,800
        2009-- $130,800
        2008-- $130,800
        2007-- $130,800 +6.8%
        2006-- $122,500
        2005-- $122,500 +11.4%
        2003-- $109,950 +4.4%
        2002-- $105,360
        2001-- $105,360
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50265

        Getting around

        54 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        45 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: West Des Moines

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