Incredibly well kept townhome in a prime West Des Moines location close to all the amenities of the Jordan Creek Town Center. Refreshed with updated flooring, paint, and appliances this 2 bedroom 2 bath home has a bright and open layout. A bonus sunroom off of the main entrance is another room that you are sure to enjoy with sliders to a patio. The open kitchen has loads of cabinet space with a center island and all appliances included. Off of the kitchen is a convenient laundry room and entrance from the garage.
Sold for $225,000
$225,000
280 S 79th St Unit 1302, West Des Moines, IA 50266
2beds
1,191sqft
Townhouse, Condominium
Built in 2003
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$222,100 Zestimate®
$189/sqft
$1,661 Estimated rent
Home value
$222,100
$207,000 - $238,000
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Bright and open layoutUpdated flooringCenter islandBonus sunroomSliders to a patioLoads of cabinet spaceOpen kitchen
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Listed by:
Steve Clark 515-661-2818,
VIA Group, REALTORS
Bought with:
Dan Vierling
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 719659
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,191
- Total interior livable area: 1,191 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1614206047
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $375 monthly
- HOA name: Gardens at the Pointe
- Second HOA name: Property Management Inc
- Second HOA phone: 515-303-1027
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $189/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $213,150
- Annual tax amount: $3,415
- Date on market: 6/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2025 | Sold | $225,000$189/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #719659 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2025 | Pending sale | $225,000$189/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719659 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $225,000+25.1%$189/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719659 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2021 | Sold | $179,900$151/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #632472 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2021 | Pending sale | $179,900$151/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #632472 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2021 | Listed for sale | $179,900$151/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #632472 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2021 | Pending sale | $179,900$151/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #632472 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2021 | Listed for sale | $179,900+35.8%$151/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #632472 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2009 | Sold | $132,500-1.9%$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2009 | Listed for sale | $135,000$113/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #349530 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,034 -1.6% | $213,150 +2.5% |
| 2024 | $3,082 -8.1% | $207,930 |
| 2023 | $3,352 +20.2% | $207,930 +16.2% |
| 2022 | $2,788 +3.6% | $178,980 +9.8% |
| 2021 | $2,690 +2.1% | $162,990 +8.6% |
| 2020 | $2,634 +1.2% | $150,030 |
| 2019 | $2,604 -0.3% | $150,030 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $2,612 | $141,700 |
| 2017 | $2,612 -38.9% | $141,700 +10.8% |
| 2016 | $4,277 +84.1% | $127,870 |
| 2015 | $2,324 +6.3% | $127,870 |
| 2014 | $2,186 -9.1% | $127,870 |
| 2013 | $2,404 -0.8% | -- |
| 2012 | $2,424 +3.7% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,338 -5% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,460 +1.4% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,426 +3.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,344 -5% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,468 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50266
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Woodland Hills ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Waukee South Middle SchoolGrades: 6-7Distance: 3 mi
- 5/10Waukee Senior High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Waukee
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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