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Sold for $260,000
  • $260,000

    495 S 51st St Unit 23, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    2beds
    1,286sqft
    Townhouse, Condominium
    Built in 1998
    3,571 Square Feet Lot
    $259,400 Zestimate®
    $202/sqft
    $1,683 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $259,400

    $246,000 - $272,000

    $1,683/mo

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    What's special

    Gorgeous zero riseWalk in showerLarge pantryLaundry roomExtra storageLarge kitchenLarge master bedroom suite
    Gorgeous zero rise end unit ranch townhome, No Steps! The complete remodel is in process and 45 days from completion. The large kitchen will be completely updated with countertops, new stainless refrigerator, range & microwave, large pantry, new LPV flooring throughout the entire home. The large vaulted living room is open to the dining area and is perfect for entertaining or hosting family for the holidays! Enjoy relaxing evenings on the patio overlooking the yard. The main floor offers a large master bedroom suite with walk in shower along with walk-in closet. The nice sized 2nd bedroom also offers a walk in closet. Main level laundry room with washer and dryer included, a full bath off the central hall and extra storage in the hall closets plus a coat closet in the front entryway. The oversized 24' x 24' attached garage offers tons of extra storage. This home is better than new with new paint, flooring, trim, internal doors, new appliances, new furnace & A/C, new roof/gutters in September 2022. Can be leased after 1 year of occupancy. See rules and regulations. Up to 2 pets allowed with 40 lb weight limit. Call to see today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kim Polder White (515)360-4583,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Bought with:

    Jamie Thompson

    RE/MAX Precision

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 683203MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Dining Area, Cable TV
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,286
    • Total interior livable area: 1,286 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Low Threshold Shower, See Remarks
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 3,571 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 52 x 69
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 32000779165023
    • Zoning: PUD

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
    Materials
    • Brick, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Poured, Slab
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1998

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: See Remarks
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
    • HOA fee: $238 monthly
    • HOA name: Carriage Homes
    • Second HOA name: Property Management Inc. - Cen
    • Second HOA phone: 515-303-1027
    Location
    • Region: West Des Moines

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $202/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $252,300
    • Annual tax amount: $3,383
    • Date on market: 10/6/2023
    • Cumulative days on market: 4 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/22/2023Sold$260,000+333.3%$202/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #683203 Report a problem
    10/20/2023Sold$60,000-76.9%$47/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/10/2023Pending sale$260,000$202/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #683203 Report a problem
    10/6/2023Listed for sale$260,000+52.9%$202/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #683203 Report a problem
    8/31/2020Sold$170,000-3.1%$132/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #611168 Report a problem
    8/18/2020Pending sale$175,500$136/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Precision #611168 Report a problem
    7/31/2020Price change$175,500-2.4%$136/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Precision #611168 Report a problem
    7/24/2020Price change$179,900-1.4%$140/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/17/2020Price change$182,500-1.4%$142/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/1/2020Listed for sale$185,000+42.9%$144/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    6/11/2009Sold$129,500-5.8%$101/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/20/2007Sold$137,500+38.2%$107/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/9/1999Sold$99,500$77/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,974 -4.9%$252,300 +21.5%
    2024$3,126 +0.7%$207,700
    2023$3,104 +1.2%$207,700 +22.5%
    2022$3,066 +4.3%$169,600
    2021$2,940 +1.7%$169,600 +9.3%
    2020$2,892 +7.5%$155,200
    2019$2,690 -0.1%$155,200 +11%
    2018$2,692 $139,800
    2017$2,692 +7.9%$139,800 +8%
    2016$2,496 $129,400
    2015$2,496 +1.2%$129,400 -0.8%
    2014$2,466 $130,500
    2013-- $130,500 +0.2%
    2012-- $130,300
    2011-- $130,300 -2.7%
    2010-- $133,900
    2009-- $133,900
    2008-- $133,900
    2007-- $133,900 +3.6%
    2006-- $129,300
    2005-- $129,300 +6.1%
    2003-- $121,850 +5%
    2002-- $116,050
    2001-- $116,050
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 50265

    Nearby schools

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    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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