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    • Price cut: $1.6K (8/10)
    $277,400

    197 79th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266

    3beds
    1,273sqft
    : 
    $2,210/mo
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    Townhouse, Condominium
    Built in 2011
    1,742 Square Feet Lot
    $274,300 Zestimate®
    $218/sqft
    $330/mo HOA

    What's special

    Walk-out basementExceptional floor planOpen concept layoutExtra high ceilingsGranite countertopsPendants over the islandBeautiful views
    Beautiful views and a walk-out basement! Both hard to find in a townhome! Come inside this well cared for townhome and experience an exceptional floor plan. Lots of windows and natural light fill the living room with extra high ceilings. Open concept layout with granite countertops and pendants over the island. Sliding door off the dining area to a deck overlooking a beautiful view of a community walking trail and mature trees and flowers. Upstairs you will find a primary bedroom with his and hers closets and a 3/4 bathroom. The second bedroom is across the hall from the full bathroom. Downstairs you will find the laundry room, a third bedroom, another full bath and a walk-out basement. Hard to find all of these things in a townhome! The location is amazing - close to Jordan Creek Mall, lots of shopping and restaurants and WDM Schools. Come see this gorgeous home as soon as you can!
    42 days
    190
    13

    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Beth Cochran bethanycochranrealtor@gmail.com,

    Agency Iowa,

    Matthew Gooding 515-943-1168,

    Agency Iowa

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745722MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
      • Basement: Finished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,273
      • Total interior livable area: 1,273 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 698

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two,Multi/Split
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Open, Patio
      • Exterior features: Patio
      Lot
      • Size: 1,742 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: .04
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1611462002
      • Zoning: R

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Two Story,Split-Foyer,Split Level
      • Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
      Materials
      • Brick, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Poured
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2011
      Details
      • Builder name: Rottlund

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Fire Alarm
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
      • HOA fee: $330 monthly
      • HOA name: Easton@Bridgewood North
      • Second HOA name: PMI Management
      • Second HOA phone: 515-303-1027
      Location
      • Region: West Des Moines

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $218/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $271,540
      • Annual tax amount: $4,240
      • Date on market: 7/21/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 103 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $274,300

        $261,000 - $288,000

        $2,133/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/10/2026Price change$277,400-0.6%$218/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #745722 Report a problem
        7/21/2026Listed for sale$279,000$219/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #745722 Report a problem
        7/13/2026Listing removed$279,000$219/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #740679 Report a problem
        6/10/2026Price change$279,000-2.1%$219/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #740679 Report a problem
        5/13/2026Listed for sale$285,000+27.2%$224/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #740679 Report a problem
        6/8/2022Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium Report a problem
        6/6/2022Listed for rent$1,595+14.3%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium Report a problem
        4/4/2020Listing removed$1,395$1/sqft
        Source: DM House Rentals Report a problem
        3/4/2020Listed for rent$1,395$1/sqft
        Source: DM House Rentals Report a problem
        2/28/2020Listing removed$224,000$176/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #595917 Report a problem
        2/28/2020Listed for sale$224,000+2.3%$176/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #595917 Report a problem
        2/27/2020Sold$219,000-2.2%$172/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #595917 Report a problem
        1/24/2020Pending sale$224,000$176/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #595917 Report a problem
        1/7/2020Price change$224,000-2.6%$176/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #595917 Report a problem
        10/17/2019Price change$229,900-2.1%$181/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty #591786 Report a problem
        9/24/2019Price change$234,900+3.1%$185/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty #591786 Report a problem
        9/9/2019Price change$227,900-3%$179/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/15/2019Listed for sale$235,000$185/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,240 +1.9%$271,540 +5.6%
        2024$4,160 -5.7%$257,130
        2023$4,412 +4.1%$257,130 +9.1%
        2022$4,238 -0.4%$235,620 +2.9%
        2021$4,256 +8.5%$229,040 +7%
        2020$3,922 -0.6%$214,090
        2019$3,944 -0.4%$214,090 +4.3%
        2018$3,960 $205,260
        2017$3,960 +12.8%$205,260 +3%
        2016$3,511 -9.8%$199,230 +10.4%
        2015$3,892 +20%$180,390
        2014$3,244 +3.9%$180,390
        2013$3,122 +156000%--
        2012$2 --
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50266

        Getting around

        41 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        51 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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