Welcome to your immaculately maintained West Des Moines haven! This home offers easy access to schools, shopping, and highways for a convenient lifestyle. With a vaulted entry and an open layout, this residence exudes spaciousness and charm. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, while the family room's brick fireplace adds coziness. A fenced yard provides a private outdoor space, and the finished lower level is perfect for a home office, play area, or gym. Enjoy peace on a quiet street. The master suite features elegant tray ceilings. Recent updates include siding, windows, gutters, and the garage door in 2020, along with refreshed basement flooring and paint. Embrace comfort and style in one package – schedule your showing today!
Sold for $305,000
$305,000
5237 Walnut St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,451sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
7,361.64 Square Feet Lot
$324,500 Zestimate®
$210/sqft
$2,090 Estimated rent
Home value
$324,500
$308,000 - $341,000
$2,090/mo
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Garage doorVaulted entryOpen layoutFenced yardPrivate outdoor spaceMaster suiteEasy access to schools
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Listed by:
M. Beth Van Zee (515)556-2310,
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
Bought with:
Alex Wick
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 680872
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,451
- Total interior livable area: 1,451 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 332
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Storage
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 7,361 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 32004126752000
- Zoning: PUDMD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2023 | Sold | $305,000-2.8%$210/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #680872 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2023 | Pending sale | $313,900$216/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #680872 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2023 | Price change | $313,900-1.9%$216/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #680872 Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2023 | Price change | $319,900+3.2%$220/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #680872 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $310,000+49.8%$214/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2020 | Sold | $207,000+8.9%$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2016 | Sold | $190,000+16.6%$131/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #508960 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2011 | Sold | $163,000-2.7%$112/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2010 | Price change | $167,500-2.9%$115/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #375142 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2010 | Listed for sale | $172,500+0.3%$119/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #375142 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2006 | Sold | $172,000+37.6%$119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/1998 | Sold | $125,000$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,422 +6.2% | $299,900 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $4,164 -0.9% | $273,200 |
| 2023 | $4,200 +1.2% | $273,200 +20.7% |
| 2022 | $4,150 +0.4% | $226,400 |
| 2021 | $4,132 +1.5% | $226,400 +9.9% |
| 2020 | $4,070 +9.8% | $206,000 |
| 2019 | $3,708 -0.1% | $206,000 +8.7% |
| 2018 | $3,712 | $189,500 |
| 2017 | $3,712 +7.3% | $189,500 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $3,458 | $175,900 |
| 2015 | $3,458 +12.4% | $175,900 +9.5% |
| 2014 | $3,076 | $160,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $160,600 -1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $163,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $163,300 -1.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $165,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $165,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $165,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $165,300 +9.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $150,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $150,500 +6.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $140,890 +7.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $130,760 |
| 2001 | -- | $130,760 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Crossroads Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.4 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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