Welcome to your cozy retreat just minutes from Historic Valley Junction! This charming bungalow offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Nestled in the heart of West Des Moines and within the West Des Moines School District, this home features 2 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms w/ a farmhouse flair. From the screened-in front porch to the updated flooring & kitchen complete with a barn door, to the detached garage, it is ready for you to just move on in. With easy access to I-235, shopping, restaurants and all of the conveniences nearby, you won't want to miss seeing this one for yourself! All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Sold for $211,000
$211,000
521 3rd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
888sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
7,230.96 Square Feet Lot
$219,000 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$1,562 Estimated rent
Home value
$219,000
$208,000 - $230,000
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Listed by:
Julie Quandt (515)689-6295,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Jason Waite
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 696285
Originating 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
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 888
- Total interior livable area: 888 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,230 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32004859000000
- Zoning: SF-VJ
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2024 | Sold | $211,000-1.9%$238/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #696285 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2024 | Pending sale | $215,000$242/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #696285 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $215,000+27.2%$242/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #696285 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2020 | Sold | $169,000$190/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #604287 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $169,000$190/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #604287 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2020 | Pending sale | $169,000$190/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #604287 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2020 | Listed for sale | $169,000+57.9%$190/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #604287 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2019 | Sold | $107,000$120/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #575362 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2019 | Pending sale | $107,000$120/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #575362 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $107,000+13.8%$120/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #575362 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2014 | Sold | $94,000-5.9%$106/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2014 | Listed for sale | $99,900+15.5%$113/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #439539 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2010 | Sold | $86,500-12.6%$97/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2010 | Listed for sale | $99,000+55.9%$111/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #369840 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2004 | Sold | $63,500$72/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,512 +2.3% | $195,100 +18% |
| 2024 | $2,456 +6.3% | $165,400 |
| 2023 | $2,310 +1.3% | $165,400 +28.7% |
| 2022 | $2,280 +4% | $128,500 |
| 2021 | $2,192 +1.5% | $128,500 +17.6% |
| 2020 | $2,160 +19.2% | $109,300 |
| 2019 | $1,812 | $109,300 +12.7% |
| 2018 | $1,812 | $97,000 |
| 2017 | $1,812 +5.8% | $97,000 +6% |
| 2016 | $1,712 | $91,500 |
| 2015 | $1,712 +5.3% | $91,500 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $1,626 | $89,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $89,100 +0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $88,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $88,300 +0.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $87,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $87,900 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $85,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $85,300 +9.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $77,900 +13.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $68,600 +9.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $62,590 +21% |
| 2002 | -- | $51,720 |
| 2001 | -- | $51,720 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.6 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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