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!
Sold for $196,500
$196,500
259 52nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
1,080sqft
Townhouse, Condominium
Built in 1985
609.84 Square Feet Lot
$196,000 Zestimate®
$182/sqft
$1,362 Estimated rent
Home value
$196,000
$186,000 - $206,000
$1,362/mo
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Updated half bathFresh paintNewer lvp flooringGranite countertopsNew carpetTwo spacious bedroomsLarge patio
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Listed by:
Jana Severson (515)708-1128,
Weichert, Miller & Clark
Bought with:
Erika Scovel
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733855
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & 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: 609.84 sqft
- 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 & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $310 monthly
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
- Association name: Southwoods West
- Second association name: Sentry
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $196,500-1%$182/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #733855 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Pending sale | $198,400$184/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733855 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $198,400-0.8%$184/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733855 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900+8.1%$185/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733855 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2023 | Sold | $185,000+8.9%$171/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #677380 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2023 | Pending sale | $169,900$157/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #677380 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $169,900+53.8%$157/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #677380 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2014 | Sold | $110,500-3.9%$102/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #437409 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $115,000+28.5%$106/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker #437409 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2011 | Sold | $89,500-10.4%$83/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #377156 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2011 | Price change | $99,900-4.8%$93/sqft |
Source: Burnett Realty #377156 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2011 | Price change | $104,900-4.5%$97/sqft |
Source: Burnett Realty #377156 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2011 | Price change | $109,900-4.4%$102/sqft |
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| 12/16/2010 | Listed for sale | $114,900+2.1%$106/sqft |
Source: Burnett Realty #377156 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2004 | Sold | $112,500+13.1%$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2000 | Sold | $99,500$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Western Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.5 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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