Check out this immaculately cared for, ONE OWNER , custom built home in the heart of West Des Moines. There are many things you will love about this 2700+sq ft home such as; Furnace with humidifier, AC unit, and water heater being updated in 22’ and 23’ , Roof replaced in 22’, Central Vac system, irrigation system , 2 sump pumps for peace of mind, lifetime leaf gutters for minimal maintenance, Extra large bedrooms that you cant find now these days, extra large hallways and stairwells, a water softener, and a rare 4 Car garage with the third stall being a tandem! The finished basement offers bonus space plus a large unfinished area for a workshop. All of this on a spacious quarter acre plus lot with mature trees. Often you will find wildlife right in your backyard! The location of this home is priceless and the neighborhood is gorgeous! Close to highway access, restaurants and shipping centers, you don’t want to miss out on this!
Sold for $429,900
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$429,900
4805 Elm St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
4beds
2,754sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
-- sqft lot
$468,600 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$2,571 Estimated rent
Home value
$468,600
$445,000 - $492,000
$2,571/mo
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Spacious quarter acreCustom built homeAc unitExtra large bedroomsExtra large hallwaysBonus spaceFinished basement
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Listed by:
Tynesha Haynes (515)224-4002,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Gina Swanson
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 673802
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,754
- Total interior livable area: 2,754 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Tandem
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio
Lot
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 320/00520953021
- Zoning: PUD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cement Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2023 | Sold | $429,900-2.3%$156/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #673802 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2023 | Pending sale | $439,900$160/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #673802 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2023 | Price change | $439,900-2%$160/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #673802 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $449,000$163/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #673802 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,774 +8.9% | $437,500 +4.5% |
| 2024 | $6,222 -3.6% | $418,600 |
| 2023 | $6,452 +1.2% | $418,600 +20.8% |
| 2022 | $6,374 +1.9% | $346,400 |
| 2021 | $6,254 +1.6% | $346,400 +7% |
| 2020 | $6,154 +0.5% | $323,700 |
| 2019 | $6,126 -0.1% | $323,700 +4.2% |
| 2018 | $6,134 | $310,800 |
| 2017 | $6,134 +5.3% | $310,800 +5.8% |
| 2016 | $5,826 | $293,800 |
| 2015 | $5,826 +10% | $293,800 +7.5% |
| 2014 | $5,294 | $273,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $273,400 -1% |
| 2012 | -- | $276,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $276,200 -1.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $279,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $279,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $279,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $279,400 +6.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $262,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $262,500 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $238,620 +3.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $230,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $230,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Western Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.2 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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