Immaculate & Remodeled.1781 sq ft condominium includes 2 separately deeded parking spots assessed @almost $55K! The building is perfect for generational living (parents on one floor / relatives on another), an intentional neighborhood or even part of a friend compound. Whether you are a full-time downtowner, using your home as a pied-à-terre or a weekend getaway, this premier building has what you + your people need. #1509 has been meticulously updated. Commercial grade windows added throughout; all professionally topped w/remote-control Hunter Douglas blinds. Main living wraps the entire corner of the building, w/views from Capitol to Traveler's Umbrella + the River in-between. Italian porcelain tile elevates the entire living space w/a moveable island, new Bosch appliances + fireplace. The primary suite update has privacy height windows, light switches accessible bedside + a closet that can only be described as flawless. The wall of shoe storage is perfection with a personal island and tiered storage. Amazing organization + good design. Home features an office/guest room, 2 updated baths, tiled balcony, private washer/dryer. Premier conveniences include: Rooftop Pool/ Pickleball/Tennis/Basketball/Social Room Sauna/Health Club/Sun Deck Heating/Cooling Cable/Internet/Garbage Skywalk/Concierge & access to a fully furnished guest suite w/parking. A truly ultimate downtown getaway. Cats & e/support dogs welcome! Your new lifestyle awaits!
For sale
Price cut: $11K (8/11)
$539,000
300 Walnut St #1509, Des Moines, IA 50309
2beds
1,781sqft
Townhouse, Condominium, Multi Family, Apartment
Built in 1985
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$303/sqft
$1,301/mo HOA
What's special
- 7 days
- 328
- 8
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Darla Willett-Rohrssen 515-203-6108,
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747742
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: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric, Hot Water
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,781
- Total interior livable area: 1,781 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Basketball Court, Deck, Hot Tub/Spa
- Pool features: Heated, Indoor
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 02002520001378
- Zoning: DX1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Modern
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium, Multi Family, Apartment
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Community Pool, Fitness, Gated, Laundry Facilities, Sauna, Storage Facilities, Snow Removal, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Fire Alarm, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Cable TV, Internet, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Recreation Facilities, Snow Removal, Security, Trash
- HOA fee: $1,301 monthly
- HOA name: THE PLAZA HOA
- Second HOA name: First Service Residential
- Second HOA phone: 515-280-9332
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $303/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $462,900
- Annual tax amount: $8,725
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 161 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $539,000$303/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #747742 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2026 | Pending sale | $539,000-2%$303/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #747036 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+2%$309/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #747036 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2026 | Listing removed | $539,000$303/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Realty #734369 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Price change | $539,000-2%$303/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734369 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+85.2%$309/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734369 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2005 | Sold | $297,000$167/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,878 +2.1% | $462,900 +2.3% |
| 2024 | $8,696 -12.9% | $452,500 |
| 2023 | $9,986 +0.8% | $452,500 +4.6% |
| 2022 | $9,908 +2.3% | $432,600 |
| 2021 | $9,688 -3.7% | $432,600 +9% |
| 2020 | $10,058 +6.3% | $396,800 |
| 2019 | $9,464 +1.1% | $396,800 +10% |
| 2018 | $9,364 | $360,700 |
| 2017 | $9,364 +16.2% | $360,700 +14.7% |
| 2016 | $8,058 | $314,500 |
| 2015 | $8,058 +14.3% | $314,500 +10.6% |
| 2014 | $7,052 | $284,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $284,300 -16% |
| 2012 | -- | $338,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $338,500 +8% |
| 2010 | -- | $313,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $313,400 +8.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $288,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $288,600 +12.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $256,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $256,800 +23.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $208,580 +13% |
| 2002 | -- | $184,580 |
| 2001 | -- | $184,580 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown Des Moines
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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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