For sale
$228,900
2beds
1,207sqft
495 S 51st St Unit 6, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
1,207sqft
Townhouse, condominium
Built in 1999
3,049 sqft
2 Attached garage spaces
$190 price/sqft
$340/mo HOA
What's special
Zero-entry livingVaulted ceilingsOpen floor planFilled with natural lightPeaceful front patio
Enjoy easy, zero-entry living in this rare end-unit ranch townhome in a prime West Des Moines location! Filled with natural light, the open floor plan features vaulted ceilings, creating a bright, airy, and inviting feel throughout. The primary suite includes a private ¾ bath, while the second bedroom is conveniently located ...
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Likely to sell faster than
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 746741
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Megan Hill Mitchum (515)290-8269,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 746741Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & 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
Features
- Dining Area
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,207
- Total interior livable area: 1,207 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,049 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32000779165006
- Zoning: PUDHD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Poured, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Trash
- HOA fee: $340 monthly
- HOA name: Carriage Homes of WDSM
- Second HOA name: PMI
- Second HOA phone: 515-303-1027
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $190/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,278
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $228,900+80.2%$190/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #746741 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2013 | Sold | $127,000-1.2%$105/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #421259 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2013 | Listed for sale | $128,500+25.4%$106/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #421259 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/1999 | Sold | $102,500$85/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,934 +6.5% | $224,700 +12.4% |
| 2024 | $2,754 -5.7% | $199,900 |
| 2023 | $2,920 +1.2% | $199,900 +22.3% |
| 2022 | $2,884 +5.6% | $163,500 |
| 2021 | $2,730 +1.7% | $163,500 +10.5% |
| 2020 | $2,684 +6.8% | $148,000 |
| 2019 | $2,514 | $148,000 +10% |
| 2018 | $2,514 | $134,500 |
| 2017 | $2,514 +8.3% | $134,500 +8.2% |
| 2016 | $2,322 | $124,300 |
| 2015 | $2,322 +1.7% | $124,300 -0.5% |
| 2014 | $2,284 | $124,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $124,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $124,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $124,900 -2.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $128,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $128,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $128,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $128,200 +4.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $122,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $122,800 +6.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $115,710 +5% |
| 2002 | -- | $110,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $110,200 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,893/mo
Principal & interest
$1265
HOA Fees
$340
Property taxes
$288
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Neighborhood: 50265
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