Welcome to this charming Valley Junction two-story home, perfectly combining character and functionality! Built in 1946 and beautifully maintained, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath property offers just over 1,000 sq ft of comfortable living space with an additional ~300 sq ft finished in the basement – ideal for a rec room, workout area, or home office. You’ll love the natural light that fills each room, highlighting the warm, inviting feel throughout. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard and a 2-car detached garage, complete with a workbench ready for your projects. Sellers are also including the basement shelving, offering excellent storage solutions right from day one. Located in the heart of Windsor Heights with quick access to shopping, dining, and interstates, this home is move-in ready and waiting for its next owner to add their personal touch. Don’t miss your chance to own this well-cared-for home in a highly desirable neighborhood – schedule your showing today!
Sold for $225,000
$225,000
301 Hillside Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
1,044sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
5,488 Square Feet Lot
$224,300 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$1,611 Estimated rent
Home value
$224,300
$211,000 - $238,000
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Listed by:
Teresa Speck 877-366-2213,
LPT Realty, LLC,
Kyle Clarkson 515-554-2249,
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Kelly McCord
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 722567
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
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,044
- Total interior livable area: 1,044 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,488 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 32002886000000
- Zoning: SF-VJ
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,410
- Date on market: 7/18/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2025 | Sold | $225,000$216/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #722567 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Pending sale | $225,000$216/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722567 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $225,000+60.8%$216/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722567 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2017 | Sold | $139,900$134/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #526052 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2017 | Pending sale | $139,900$134/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #526052 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2017 | Price change | $139,900-2.8%$134/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #526052 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2016 | Price change | $143,900-2%$138/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #526052 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2016 | Listed for sale | $146,900+69.4%$141/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #526052 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2003 | Sold | $86,733+11.9%$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/1999 | Sold | $77,500$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,178 +2.3% | $224,300 +8.6% |
| 2024 | $3,108 -2.5% | $206,600 |
| 2023 | $3,188 +1.2% | $206,600 +18.7% |
| 2022 | $3,150 +4.7% | $174,000 |
| 2021 | $3,008 +1.7% | $174,000 +9.7% |
| 2020 | $2,958 +8.8% | $158,600 |
| 2019 | $2,720 -0.1% | $158,600 +12.2% |
| 2018 | $2,722 | $141,300 |
| 2017 | $2,722 +8.4% | $141,300 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $2,510 | $130,100 |
| 2015 | $2,510 +1.8% | $130,100 -0.3% |
| 2014 | $2,466 | $130,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $130,500 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $130,600 +17.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $111,500 +3.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $107,700 +3.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $103,700 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $100,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $100,700 +3.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $97,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $97,200 +8.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $89,530 +16.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,080 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,080 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.5 mi
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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