Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom bungalow in the heart of Valley Junction! This home offers a comfortable, easy-to-maintain layout with updates already completed in several of the spaces you'll use most. Step inside to find updated flooring throughout, a refreshed kitchen, and an updated bathroom, giving the home a clean and inviting feel.
With 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, the home is a great option for a first-time buyer, someone looking to downsize, or anyone wanting an affordable home in an established West Des Moines neighborhood. Central air and forced-air gas heat provide year-round comfort, while the 1-car garage gives you convenient off-street parking and additional storage. Plus the lot behind is included in the sale ( 104 Locust St)
One of the highlights is the Valley Junction location - putting you close to shopping, dining, entertainment, and everything West Des Moines has to offer while still giving you the feel of an established residential neighborhood.
For sale
$189,900
436 1st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
870sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
8,319 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Additional storageCentral airUpdated bathroomUpdated flooring throughoutRefreshed kitchenClean and inviting feelConvenient off-street parking
- 36 days
- 536
- 39
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joanne May (515)979-4279,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 748866
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, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 870
- Total interior livable area: 870 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 8,319 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32004802000000; 32004801000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
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: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $160,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,442
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,900+77.6%$218/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #748866 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2019 | Sold | $106,900-0.9%$123/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #589740 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2019 | Listed for sale | $107,900$124/sqft |
Source: Gillum Group Real Estate LLC #589740 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2019 | Pending sale | $107,900$124/sqft |
Source: Gillum Group Real Estate LLC #589740 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2019 | Price change | $107,900-2.8%$124/sqft |
Source: Gillum Group Real Estate LLC #589740 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2019 | Listed for sale | $111,000-3.5%$128/sqft |
Source: Gillum Group Real Estate LLC #589740 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2018 | Sold | $115,000+11.7%$132/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2015 | Listing removed | $103,000$118/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2015 | Listed for sale | $103,000+87.3%$118/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2011 | Sold | $55,000-15.4%$63/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2010 | Price change | $64,995-7.1%$75/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #358806 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2010 | Price change | $69,995-12.5%$80/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #358806 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2010 | Price change | $79,995-5.9%$92/sqft |
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| 12/9/2009 | Listed for sale | $84,995$98/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #358806 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,442 +2.1% | $160,700 +6.5% |
| 2024 | $2,392 +5.6% | $150,900 |
| 2023 | $2,266 +1.3% | $150,900 +28.6% |
| 2022 | $2,238 +5.1% | $117,300 |
| 2021 | $2,130 +12.2% | $117,300 +10.5% |
| 2020 | $1,898 +7.2% | $106,200 +10.5% |
| 2019 | $1,770 -0.2% | $96,100 +11.2% |
| 2018 | $1,774 | $86,400 |
| 2017 | $1,774 +5.2% | $86,400 +6% |
| 2016 | $1,686 | $81,500 |
| 2015 | $1,686 +2.2% | $81,500 +0.1% |
| 2014 | $1,650 | $81,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $81,400 +1% |
| 2012 | -- | $80,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $80,600 -5.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $85,400 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $82,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $82,900 +6.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $77,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $77,600 +9.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $71,140 +26.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $56,150 |
| 2001 | -- | $56,150 |
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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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