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For salePrice cut: $4K (9/10)
$179,900
2beds
1,080sqft

253 52nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

2beds
1,080sqft
Townhouse, Condominium
Built in 1984
566 Square Feet Lot
$167/sqft
$310/mo HOA

What's special

Cozy fireplaceDetached garageSpacious layout

SELLER CREDIT: $3000 in closing costs/prepaids!! Welcome to 253 52nd St in West Des Moines! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome offers a spacious layout with a bright living area, cozy fireplace, and a finished lower level that provides extra space for relaxing, entertaining, or working from home. The detached garage and low-maintenance lifestyle add to the appeal. If you want low maintenance living, this is the perfect home for you! Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and trails, this move-in-ready home offers comfort, value, and an excellent location in the heart of West Des Moines. Roof redone April 2025 and no special assessment in the near future.

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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742018MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Living Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

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Listing updated:

Listed by:

Jenna Schupbach (641)780-9512,

Home Realty

Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742018MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
  • Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 1,080
  • Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
  • Finished area below ground: 288

Property

Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
Lot
  • Size: 566 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 18 x 32
  • Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
  • Parcel number: 32004116607000
  • Zoning: PUD

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Two Story
  • Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
Materials
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
  • Year built: 1984

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, Trash
  • HOA fee: $310 monthly
  • HOA name: South Woods Townhomes
  • Second HOA name: Sentry Management
  • Second HOA phone: 515-222-3699
Location
  • Region: West Des Moines

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $167/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $178,100
  • Annual tax amount: $2,706
  • Date on market: 6/1/2026
  • Cumulative days on market: 136 days
  • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
  • Road surface type: Concrete

Price history

DateEventPrice
9/10/2026Price change$179,900-2.2%$167/sqft
Source: DMMLS #742018 Report a problem
6/8/2026Price change$183,900-3.2%$170/sqft
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6/1/2026Listed for sale$189,900+21.8%$176/sqft
Source: DMMLS #742018 Report a problem
11/23/2022Sold$155,900-2.5%$144/sqft
Source: DMMLS #661485 Report a problem
10/25/2022Pending sale$159,900$148/sqft
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10/5/2022Listed for sale$159,900+80.7%$148/sqft
Source: DMMLS #661485 Report a problem
10/27/2011Sold$88,500-10.6%$82/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/3/2011Price change$99,000-5.3%$92/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #379625 Report a problem
5/6/2011Price change$104,500-4.6%$97/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #379625 Report a problem
2/20/2011Listed for sale$109,500-1.3%$101/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #379625 Report a problem
8/2/2010Listing removed$110,900$103/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #353581 Report a problem
4/7/2010Price change$110,900-1.8%$103/sqft
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2/17/2010Price change$112,900-4.2%$105/sqft
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9/2/2009Listed for sale$117,900+24.8%$109/sqft
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11/7/2001Sold$94,500+3.8%$88/sqft
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5/16/2000Sold$91,000+5.2%$84/sqft
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6/4/1999Sold$86,500$80/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$2,504 +2.3%$178,100 +8%
2024$2,448 +1.5%$164,900
2023$2,412 +1.3%$164,900 +23.2%
2022$2,382 -1.6%$133,800
2021$2,420 +1.7%$133,800 +3.5%
2020$2,380 +9.6%$129,300
2019$2,172 $129,300 +12.9%
2018$2,172 $114,500
2017$2,172 +6.8%$114,500 +6.9%
2016$2,034 $107,100
2015$2,034 +5.7%$107,100 +3.2%
2014$1,924 $103,800
2013-- $103,800 -10.1%
2012-- $115,500
2011-- $115,500 +0.4%
2010-- $115,000
2009-- $115,000
2008-- $115,000
2007-- $115,000 +6.7%
2006-- $107,800
2005-- $107,800 +10.4%
2003-- $97,650 +6.7%
2002-- $91,520
2001-- $91,520
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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$1,464/mo
Principal & interest
$928
HOA Fees
$310
Property taxes
$226
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Neighborhood: 50265

Nearby schools

Western Hills Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 1 miles
3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10
Valley Southwoods
Grades 9 • 1.2 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10
Student Progress Rating
6/10
Valley High School
Grades 10-12 • 1.5 miles
4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10
College Readiness Rating
8/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10

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