Valley Junction Fixer-Upper: 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath
This property is perfect for those with a vision and a knack for transforming spaces with tender loving care. With its prime location, this residence offers a unique opportunity to create your special home or a profitable investment in the historic Valley Junction neighborhood. This home is within walking distance of the many restaurants, shops and festivities featured in the 5th Street area. New carpet installed June 2024. Huge oversized one car garage with additional large work area. Garage entrance is from alley behind the home.
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Sold for $115,000
$115,000
324 3rd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
812sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
7,230.96 Square Feet Lot
$139,600 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$1,345 Estimated rent
Home value
$139,600
$112,000 - $170,000
$1,345/mo
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Listed by:
Jenee Peterson (515)418-1717,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with:
Jenee Peterson
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 700287
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
- None
Appliances
- Included: Stove
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 812
- Total interior livable area: 812 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,230 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 145
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32004559000000
- Zoning: SFVJ
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2025 | Listing removed | $1,350$2/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $1,350+1.9%$2/sqft |
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| 5/25/2025 | Price change | $1,325-5.4%$2/sqft |
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| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $1,400-3.4%$2/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,450$2/sqft |
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| 9/6/2024 | Sold | $115,000-4.2%$142/sqft |
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| 8/11/2024 | Pending sale | $120,000$148/sqft |
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| 8/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $120,000$148/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,114 +2.1% | $123,400 -5.5% |
| 2024 | $2,070 +5.4% | $130,600 |
| 2023 | $1,964 +1.2% | $130,600 +28.4% |
| 2022 | $1,940 +5.8% | $101,700 |
| 2021 | $1,834 +1.4% | $101,700 +11.1% |
| 2020 | $1,808 +7.9% | $91,500 |
| 2019 | $1,676 -0.2% | $91,500 +11.9% |
| 2018 | $1,680 | $81,800 |
| 2017 | $1,680 +6.3% | $81,800 +7.1% |
| 2016 | $1,580 | $76,400 |
| 2015 | $1,580 +6.6% | $76,400 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $1,482 | $73,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $73,100 +0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $72,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $72,500 -11.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $82,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $82,000 +2.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $79,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $79,700 +16.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $68,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $68,600 +7.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $63,880 +52.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $41,880 |
| 2001 | -- | $41,880 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 2.6 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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