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For sale
$579,900
6beds
3,011sqft

4221 159th St, Urbandale, IA 50323

6beds
3,011sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
0.3 Acres Lot
$565,200 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$8/mo HOA

What's special

Custom trimSpacious recreation roomAbundant storageGranite countertopsOversized deckLuxurious en-suite bathDining area

Welcome to this exceptional 1.5-story home in the highly sought-after Walnut Hills neighborhood, offering over 4,500 square feet of beautifully finished living space with 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, & a 3-car garage. Situated on a spacious walkout lot, this home offers generous living spaces with timeless quality & thoughtful updates. Step inside to an impressive two-story entry & great room featuring soaring 18-foot ceilings, expansive windows that fill the home with natural light, & a stunning gas fireplace as the focal point. Rich maple cabinetry, custom trim, built-ins, & granite countertops showcase the craftsmanship of the home. The open-concept kitchen is designed for entertaining, connecting to the dining area & inviting hearth room with a second gas fireplace. The spacious main-level primary suite serves as a private retreat with a large walk-in closet & a luxurious en-suite bath. Upstairs, a versatile loft with custom maple built-ins & a desk area overlooks the great room, providing the perfect space for a home office or study. Three additional bedrooms & two full bathrooms complete the upper level. The finished walkout lower level offers even more living space with two additional bedrooms, full bathroom, spacious recreation room, dedicated study area with built-in workstations, abundant storage, & endless flexibility for guests, hobbies, or multi-generational living. Outdoor living is equally impressive with an oversized deck & covered patio overlooking the backyard

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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 752402MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Living Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

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Listed by:

Ingrid Williams (515)371-5277,

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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 752402MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
  • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
  • Attic Fan
Appliances
  • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
  • Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 3,011
  • Total interior livable area: 3,011 sqft
  • Finished area below ground: 1,513

Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
  • Levels: One and One Half,Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
  • Exterior features: Deck, Patio
Lot
  • Size: 0.3 Acres
  • Dimensions: 85 x 156
Details
  • Parcel number: 1223277001
  • Zoning: R

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: One and One Half Story,Two Story
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
  • Year built: 2004

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA
  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA fee: $100 annually
  • HOA name: Walnut Creek
  • Second HOA name: Conlin
Location
  • Region: Urbandale

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $193/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $567,410
  • Annual tax amount: $8,833
  • Date on market: 11/3/2026
  • Cumulative days on market: 106 days
  • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
  • Road surface type: Asphalt

Price history

DateEventPrice
11/3/2026Listed for sale$579,900-0.9%$193/sqft
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11/2/2026Listing removed$585,000$194/sqft
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9/30/2026Price change$585,000-2.5%$194/sqft
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9/2/2026Price change$600,000-2.9%$199/sqft
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8/12/2026Price change$618,000-1.9%$205/sqft
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7/30/2026Listed for sale$630,000+50%$209/sqft
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8/17/2018Sold$419,900$139/sqft
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5/18/2018Price change$419,900-1.2%$139/sqft
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3/31/2018Price change$424,900-1.2%$141/sqft
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1/30/2018Listed for sale$429,900+0.2%$143/sqft
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11/13/2017Listing removed$428,900$142/sqft
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7/28/2017Price change$428,900-1.4%$142/sqft
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6/29/2017Price change$434,900-1.1%$144/sqft
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6/16/2017Price change$439,900-1.1%$146/sqft
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6/7/2017Price change$444,900-1.1%$148/sqft
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5/15/2017Listed for sale$449,900+3.4%$149/sqft
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11/8/2016Listing removed$435,000$144/sqft
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9/22/2016Price change$435,000-1.1%$144/sqft
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8/26/2016Price change$439,900-1.1%$146/sqft
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7/15/2016Price change$444,900-1.1%$148/sqft
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5/26/2016Listed for sale$449,900+2.3%$149/sqft
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12/3/2015Listing removed$439,900$146/sqft
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10/30/2015Price change$439,900-1.3%$146/sqft
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10/5/2015Price change$445,500-0.4%$148/sqft
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9/19/2015Listed for sale$447,500-4%$149/sqft
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9/27/2006Sold$466,000$155/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$8,834 +1.8%$567,410 +3.2%
2024$8,676 -1.4%$549,550
2023$8,800 +8.2%$549,550 +13.8%
2022$8,130 -2.2%$482,760 +7%
2021$8,312 +1.9%$451,290 +3.4%
2020$8,158 -12.4%$436,500
2019$9,318 +3.6%$436,500 -8.9%
2018$8,998 $478,890
2017$8,998 +6.8%$478,890 +1.3%
2016$8,424 -1.7%$472,680 +2.3%
2015$8,566 +12.5%$462,100 +4.8%
2014$7,616 +4.9%$440,940
2013$7,260 -0.5%--
2012$7,294 +4.4%--
2011$6,984 +2.8%--
2010$6,792 -5.1%--
2009$7,154 +3.5%--
2008$6,912 +2.9%--
2007$6,716 --
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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$3,661/mo
Principal & interest
$2991
Property taxes
$662
HOA Fees
$8
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Estimated market value

$565,200

$537,000 - $593,000

$3,342/mo

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Nearby schools

Walnut Hills Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.1 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
10/10
Prairieview School
Grades 9 • 2.7 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10
Student Progress Rating
5/10
Northwest High School
Grades 10-12 • 2.7 miles
8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10
College Readiness Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
7/10