This beautifully updated two-story home (4 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms) is situated in a sought-after neighborhood in West Des Moines. Upon entry, you're greeted by an open-concept living space that is bathed in natural light. The living room flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen. Equipped with stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and generous counter space, the kitchen is perfect for all your entertaining needs. Enjoy cozy evenings by the wood-burning fireplace or relax outdoors on the deck that overlooks a fully-fenced, ¼ acre backyard. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, including a primary suite that boasts a spacious walk-in closet and full bathroom, along with a second full bathroom located in the hallway. The lower level features a fourth bedroom, second family room, and a large multipurpose utility room. Numerous updates enhance this home, including a new roof and gutters (2022), a new furnace and air conditioning unit (2020), new appliances (2021-2024), new LVP flooring (2024), fresh paint, and much more. Don't miss out—schedule your showing today!
Sold for $316,000
$316,000
257 24th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
4beds
1,581sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
10,672.2 Square Feet Lot
$318,800 Zestimate®
$200/sqft
$2,158 Estimated rent
Home value
$318,800
$296,000 - $341,000
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Open-concept living spaceNatural lightGenerous counter spaceStainless steel appliancesAmple cabinetryWood-burning fireplace
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Listed by:
Donna Levering (515)306-0171,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Megan Hill Mitchum
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 705840
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Basement: Egress Windows,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,581
- Total interior livable area: 1,581 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 10,672 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 32003026862000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/27/2024 | Sold | $316,000-1.3%$200/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #705840 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2024 | Pending sale | $320,000$202/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #705840 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $320,000+18.1%$202/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #705840 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2021 | Sold | $271,000+0.4%$171/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2021 | Pending sale | $269,900$171/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $269,900+50.8%$171/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2014 | Sold | $179,000-0.5%$113/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #441391 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2014 | Listed for sale | $179,900+30.8%$114/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #441391 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2001 | Sold | $137,500+2.2%$87/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/1997 | Sold | $134,500$85/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,562 +2.2% | $325,000 +11.3% |
| 2024 | $4,464 +2.3% | $292,100 |
| 2023 | $4,362 +1.2% | $292,100 +24.4% |
| 2022 | $4,310 -0.4% | $234,800 |
| 2021 | $4,328 +1.6% | $234,800 +4.6% |
| 2020 | $4,258 +5.4% | $224,400 |
| 2019 | $4,040 -0.1% | $224,400 +9.1% |
| 2018 | $4,044 | $205,700 |
| 2017 | $4,044 +15.3% | $205,700 +15.4% |
| 2016 | $3,506 | $178,300 |
| 2015 | $3,506 +1.7% | $178,300 -0.3% |
| 2014 | $3,448 | $178,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $178,900 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $179,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $179,000 +1.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $177,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $177,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $177,100 +5.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $167,800 +7.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $155,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $155,600 +3.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $150,440 +8.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $138,980 |
| 2001 | -- | $138,980 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fairmeadows Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 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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- Iowa
- Polk County
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- 257 24th St
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