Authentic Mid-Century Modern design meets rare space in Des Moines’ Wakonda neighborhood! Set on an exceptionally hard-to-find double lot, this distinctive home delivers the clean lines, expansive glass, and indoor-outdoor connection that make the style so enduring!
Walls of windows fill the living room with natural light and frame views of the park-like backyard, while refinished original oak floors bring warmth and character throughout the main living areas. The open kitchen has a Scandinavian-inspired feel, and updated lighting, fresh paint, and thoughtful finishes allow the home’s original architecture to remain the focus!
Outside, mature Birch trees, a broad lawn, native plantings, patios, a grilling space, and a fire pit create multiple places to gather, relax, and enjoy the privacy of this remarkable lot!
Extensive recent investment is led by a brand-new flat roof and new roof ventilation—major improvements that add meaningful value and peace of mind. Additional work includes exterior paint, perimeter drainage with French drains, landscaping, a new sump pump, sewer-line cleaning, interior updates, and a refreshed lower level with flexible bedroom or office space. The oversized attached garage offers a 1.5-stall footprint with room for a workshop, hobbies, and storage!
This is not simply an updated home—it is an authentic Mid-Century Modern property with character, scale, and a setting exceptionally difficult to find in Wakonda!
For sale
Price cut: $2.5K (8/31)
$367,400
2316 Wakonda View Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
3beds
1,168sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.69 Acres Lot
$361,700 Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Thoughtful finishesMature birch treesNative plantingsFresh paintUpdated lightingAuthentic mid-century modern designClean lines
- 30 days
- 2,437
- 192
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Listed by:
Patrick Elbert (515)443-3335,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745286
Originating 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: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, See Remarks, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,168
- Total interior livable area: 1,168 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 420
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Patio
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Dimensions: 140 x 216
Details
- Parcel number: 12006035000000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Rubber,See Remarks
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $315/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $213,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,016
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 44 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$361,700
$344,000 - $380,000
$1,740/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Price change | $367,400-0.7%$315/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $369,900$317/sqft |
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| 7/30/2026 | Pending sale | $369,900$317/sqft |
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| 7/29/2026 | Price change | $369,900-1.2%$317/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $374,500+42.9%$321/sqft |
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| 8/31/2023 | Sold | $262,000+0.8%$224/sqft |
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| 7/24/2023 | Pending sale | $259,900$223/sqft |
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| 7/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $259,900$223/sqft |
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| 7/14/2023 | Pending sale | $259,900$223/sqft |
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| 7/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $259,900+48.5%$223/sqft |
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| 4/25/2022 | Sold | $175,000$150/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,860 +2.1% | $213,100 +10.8% |
| 2024 | $3,782 +2.1% | $192,300 |
| 2023 | $3,704 +0.8% | $192,300 +22.3% |
| 2022 | $3,676 +2.6% | $157,200 |
| 2021 | $3,584 -3.7% | $157,200 +9.5% |
| 2020 | $3,722 +2.9% | $143,600 |
| 2019 | $3,618 +1.1% | $143,600 +6.7% |
| 2018 | $3,580 | $134,600 |
| 2017 | $3,580 +9.3% | $134,600 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $3,276 | $124,300 |
| 2015 | $3,276 +2.1% | $124,300 -0.8% |
| 2014 | $3,208 | $125,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $125,300 -0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $125,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $125,900 +1.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $124,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $124,400 -2.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $127,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $127,100 -1.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $128,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $128,900 +10.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $116,260 +15.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $100,620 |
| 2001 | -- | $100,620 |
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Neighborhood: Southwestern Hills
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.


