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Sold for $196,500
    • $196,500

    259 52nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    2beds
    1,080sqft
    Townhouse, Condominium
    Built in 1985
    609 Square Feet Lot
    $198,100 Zestimate®
    $182/sqft
    $1,360 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $198,100

    $188,000 - $208,000

    $1,360/mo

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    What's special

    Updated half bathFresh paintNewer lvp flooringGranite countertopsNew carpetTwo spacious bedroomsLarge patio
    Updated End-Unit Townhome Near Jordan Creek Trail Move-in ready two-story end-unit townhome offering three finished levels of living space and an unbeatable location directly across from the Jordan Creek Trail. The main level features newer LVP flooring, fresh paint, and a fully remodeled kitchen (2022) with granite countertops, slow-close cabinetry and drawers, and newer appliances that stay. A bright dining area and updated half bath complete the main floor. Upstairs you’ll find two spacious bedrooms with custom closet shelving, new carpet, fresh paint, and an updated ¾ bath with a composite shower. The finished lower level provides great flex space for a second living room, home office, or workout area, plus a utility room with excellent storage. Enjoy outdoor living on the composite deck and large patio, with convenient access to the detached one-car garage. Major updates include HVAC (2022) and roof (2025). Great updates, functional space, and a fantastic location close to trails, shopping, dining, and more — schedule your showing today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jana Severson (515)708-1128,

    Weichert, Miller & Clark

    Bought with:

    Erika Scovel

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733855MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • 3/4 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
    • Flooring: Carpet
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,080
    • Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 288

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 609 Square Feet
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 320 04116610000
    • Zoning: PUDMD

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Two Story
    • Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Shingle,Wood
    Condition
    • Year built: 1985

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
    • HOA fee: $310 monthly
    • HOA name: Southwoods West
    • Second HOA name: Sentry
    Location
    • Region: West Des Moines

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $182/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $187,100
    • Annual tax amount: $2,690
    • Date on market: 2/6/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 31 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/10/2026Sold$196,500-1%$182/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #733855 Report a problem
    3/10/2026Pending sale$198,400$184/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #733855 Report a problem
    2/18/2026Price change$198,400-0.8%$184/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #733855 Report a problem
    2/6/2026Listed for sale$199,900+8.1%$185/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #733855 Report a problem
    8/10/2023Sold$185,000+8.9%$171/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #677380 Report a problem
    7/3/2023Pending sale$169,900$157/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #677380 Report a problem
    6/29/2023Listed for sale$169,900+53.8%$157/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #677380 Report a problem
    11/20/2014Sold$110,500-3.9%$102/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #437409 Report a problem
    8/30/2014Listed for sale$115,000+28.5%$106/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker #437409 Report a problem
    7/20/2011Sold$89,500-10.4%$83/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #377156 Report a problem
    6/11/2011Price change$99,900-4.8%$93/sqft
    Source: Burnett Realty #377156 Report a problem
    3/16/2011Price change$104,900-4.5%$97/sqft
    Source: Burnett Realty #377156 Report a problem
    1/23/2011Price change$109,900-4.4%$102/sqft
    Source: Burnett Realty #377156 Report a problem
    12/16/2010Listed for sale$114,900+2.1%$106/sqft
    Source: Burnett Realty #377156 Report a problem
    10/26/2004Sold$112,500+13.1%$104/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/5/2000Sold$99,500$92/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,690 +9%$187,100 +12.6%
    2024$2,468 +1.4%$166,200
    2023$2,434 +1.2%$166,200 +23.2%
    2022$2,404 -1.6%$134,900
    2021$2,442 +1.7%$134,900 +3.5%
    2020$2,402 +9.7%$130,400
    2019$2,190 $130,400 +13%
    2018$2,190 $115,400
    2017$2,190 +6.6%$115,400 +6.9%
    2016$2,054 $108,000
    2015$2,054 -3.3%$108,000 +3.2%
    2014$2,124 $104,700
    2013-- $104,700 -10.1%
    2012-- $116,500
    2011-- $116,500 -0.4%
    2010-- $117,000
    2009-- $117,000
    2008-- $117,000
    2007-- $117,000 +7.6%
    2006-- $108,700
    2005-- $108,700 +9.4%
    2003-- $99,320 +6.7%
    2002-- $93,080
    2001-- $93,080
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 50265

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    • 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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