Don’t miss this adorable and affordable home in the heart of Valley Junction! Recent updates include roof shingles replaced just 4 years ago, plus a new furnace and central air installed in 2019. The spacious 2-car detached garage was built in 2004, offering great storage and functionality. Entering you’ll find a comfortable family room with original hardwood flooring. Charming kitchen including a gas range, microwave and refrigerator. The main level is rounded off with two bedrooms both with original hardwood floors, and a full bathroom with tiled tub/shower. The unfinished basement has a laundry area with washer/dryer included and plenty of space for storage and/or workshop or workout space. Outside, enjoy a generous backyard perfect for pets, kids, or weekend gatherings. Located in a walkable neighborhood near the Valley Junction farmers market, American Legion Park, and nearby bike/walking trails. You’ll also enjoy quick access to the interstate, Ingersoll, downtown, schools, and all that West Des Moines has to offer!
Sold for $185,000
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$185,000
305 Hillside Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
5,488 Square Feet Lot
$185,000 Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$1,449 Estimated rent
Home value
$185,000
$174,000 - $196,000
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Unfinished basementOriginal hardwood flooringCharming kitchenGenerous backyardGas rangeComfortable family room
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Listed by:
Robin Von Gillern (515)240-0500,
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Bought with:
Tiffany Renaud
Spire Real Estate
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 721896
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 768
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 5,488 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 32002885000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $241/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $170,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,240
- Date on market: 7/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2025 | Sold | $185,000+5.4%$241/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #721896 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Pending sale | $175,500$229/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721896 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $175,500$229/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #721896 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,032 -2.7% | $170,900 +8.2% |
| 2024 | $2,088 -9.7% | $157,900 |
| 2023 | $2,312 +1.3% | $157,900 +19.6% |
| 2022 | $2,282 +4.6% | $132,000 |
| 2021 | $2,182 +1.8% | $132,000 +9.4% |
| 2020 | $2,144 +10.4% | $120,700 |
| 2019 | $1,942 | $120,700 +13.2% |
| 2018 | $1,942 | $106,600 |
| 2017 | $1,942 +7.6% | $106,600 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $1,804 | $99,300 |
| 2015 | $1,804 +2.2% | $99,300 -0.1% |
| 2014 | $1,766 | $99,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $99,400 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $99,700 +2.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $96,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $96,900 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $94,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $94,100 +2.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $92,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $92,100 +15.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $79,590 +10.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $72,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $72,100 |
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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: 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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