Something about an established West Des Moines neighborhood that just feels right and this two-story gives you the space, location, and solid bones to make it your own.
Good livable space plus a finished lower level, the layout gives you room to spread out without wasting space. All three bedrooms are upstairs, including the non-negotiable primary en suite, the main level features a welcoming family room with woodburning fire place, dedicated dining space, a convenient half bath, and plenty of storage throughout.
Downstairs brings a little personality of its own with a built-in entertainment center and jukebox the kind of space ready for movie nights, game days, or just hanging out. Outside, enjoy a spacious deck and a manageable backyard with room to enjoy without spending every weekend maintaining it.
A location near Western Hills Elementary, Valley High School and Stadium, Des Moines Rugby Club, restaurants, shopping, and everyday West Des Moines conveniences, and you’ve got a home that checks a lot of boxes.
For sale
$319,000
307 38th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,681sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
9,016 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Built-in entertainment centerFinished lower levelDedicated dining spaceConvenient half bathManageable backyardSpacious deckPrimary en suite
- 39 days
- 405
- 18
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Trent Schwab (515)689-8553,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 748197
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Fireplace, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,681
- Total interior livable area: 1,681 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 9,016 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32000520422000
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $190/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $307,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,675
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $319,000+12%$190/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #748197 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Listing removed | $284,900$169/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11455452 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2025 | Price change | $284,900-5%$169/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11455452 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2025 | Price change | $299,900-3.2%$178/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11455452 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $309,900+97.4%$184/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11455452 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2006 | Sold | $157,000+14.6%$93/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2003 | Sold | $137,000-1.8%$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2001 | Sold | $139,500$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,256 +2.2% | $307,700 +12.6% |
| 2024 | $4,164 -0.7% | $273,200 |
| 2023 | $4,192 +1.2% | $273,200 +20.9% |
| 2022 | $4,142 +2% | $226,000 |
| 2021 | $4,062 +1.7% | $226,000 +7.1% |
| 2020 | $3,996 +6.3% | $211,100 |
| 2019 | $3,760 -10.1% | $211,100 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $4,181 +11% | $192,100 |
| 2017 | $3,766 +11.2% | $192,100 +11.4% |
| 2016 | $3,386 | $172,500 |
| 2015 | $3,386 +3.8% | $172,500 +1.6% |
| 2014 | $3,262 | $169,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $169,800 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $170,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $170,100 -1.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $172,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $172,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $172,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $172,600 +11.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $154,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $154,700 +6.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $145,400 +6.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $136,030 |
| 2001 | -- | $136,030 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
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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