Come check out this charming ranch home located in the desirable Saydel School District! Offering just under 1,100 square feet of main-level living space, this home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Situated on nearly half an acre (.43 acres), the property also includes an impressive 20x40 detached building with a one-car garage door and a spacious workshop area-perfect for a workspace, storage, or multiple vehicles.
Inside, you'll find a generously sized living room and den area, along with a spacious eat-in kitchen featuring updated cabinets and countertops. All kitchen appliances stay with the home. The main level includes two bedrooms, highlighted by an oversized primary bedroom and a 3/4 bath. Being sold As Is.
Sold for $155,000
Zestimate®
$155,000
265 NW 51st Pl, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
1,081sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.43 Acres Lot
$155,000 Zestimate®
$143/sqft
$1,742 Estimated rent
Home value
$155,000
$147,000 - $163,000
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Spacious workshop areaOversized primary bedroomSpacious eat-in kitchenUpdated cabinets and countertops
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Listed by:
Lance Martinson (515)371-8765,
RE/MAX Revolution
Bought with:
Lance Martinson
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741686
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,081
- Total interior livable area: 1,081 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Tandem
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 105 x 178.5
Details
- Parcel number: 27002181000000
- Zoning: LDR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Sold | $155,000-13.9%$143/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #741686 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2026 | Pending sale | $180,000$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #741686 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $180,000$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #741686 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,310 -5.5% | $127,500 +7.4% |
| 2024 | $1,386 +0.9% | $118,700 |
| 2023 | $1,374 +1.8% | $118,700 +27.4% |
| 2022 | $1,350 +6.1% | $93,200 |
| 2021 | $1,272 +1.6% | $93,200 +11.5% |
| 2020 | $1,252 +4% | $83,600 |
| 2019 | $1,204 +2.4% | $83,600 +7.5% |
| 2018 | $1,176 | $77,800 |
| 2017 | $1,176 +6.7% | $77,800 +6% |
| 2016 | $1,102 | $73,400 |
| 2015 | $1,102 +1.5% | $73,400 -0.3% |
| 2014 | $1,086 | $73,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $73,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $73,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $73,600 -4.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $76,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $76,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $76,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $76,900 +17.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $65,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $65,200 +11.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $58,480 +5.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $55,460 |
| 2001 | -- | $55,460 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50313
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Cornell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Woodside Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 3/10Saydel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Saydel Consolidated
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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- 265 NW 51st Pl
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