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    • Price cut: $4K (7/7)
    $285,000

    524 6th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    3beds
    1,356sqft
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    $2,012/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    7,230 Square Feet Lot
    $279,500 Zestimate®
    $210/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal dining spaceCement board sidingTimeless vintage details throughoutBeautiful original hardwood floorsMain floor laundryTall ceilingsGreat natural light
    Charming, character-filled 2-story in the heart of West Des Moines, just a short walk from Historic Valley Junction! If you are tired of cookie-cutter homes, 524 6th St. offers the warmth, updates, and location that are hard to find at this price point. This 3 bedroom home features beautiful original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, fresh interior paint, great natural light, and timeless vintage details throughout. The main level offers a comfortable family room with gas fireplace, formal dining space, main floor laundry, and an updated kitchen with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Sliding doors lead to a cedar deck overlooking the backyard, perfect for grilling, relaxing, or entertaining. Upstairs you will find three generous bedrooms and a full bathroom, including a spacious primary bedroom with two closets. The clean unfinished basement provides excellent storage, plus a potential additional bathroom setup. Major updates have already been completed, including newer windows, roof, cement board siding, furnace/AC, paint, and more. Oversized 2-car detached garage. Enjoy easy access to Valley Junction shops, restaurants, farmers market, live music, and all the charm this neighborhood is known for. West Des Moines schools and move-in ready condition make this one easy to love!
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listed by:

    Cy Phillips 515-423-0899,

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    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742510MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Cable TV
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,356
      • Total interior livable area: 1,356 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: See Remarks
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck
      • Fencing: Chain Link
      Lot
      • Size: 7,230 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 145
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 32000725000000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Two Story
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stone
      • Foundation: See Remarks
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: West Des Moines

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $210/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $250,100
      • Annual tax amount: $3,800
      • Date on market: 6/5/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 82 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $279,500

        $266,000 - $293,000

        $1,687/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Price change$285,000-1.4%$210/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #742510 Report a problem
        6/5/2026Listed for sale$289,000+8.9%$213/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #742510 Report a problem
        5/1/2023Sold$265,500+6.2%$196/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #669709 Report a problem
        3/27/2023Pending sale$250,000$184/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #669709 Report a problem
        3/24/2023Listed for sale$250,000+88%$184/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #669709 Report a problem
        3/7/2014Sold$133,000-1.5%$98/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #424575 Report a problem
        1/10/2014Price change$135,000-1.8%$100/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #424575 Report a problem
        11/22/2013Price change$137,500-1.7%$101/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #424575 Report a problem
        11/8/2013Price change$139,900-3.5%$103/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #424575 Report a problem
        9/14/2013Listed for sale$144,900-3.3%$107/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #424575 Report a problem
        10/23/2012Listing removed$1,150$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/6/2012Price change$1,150-8%$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        9/26/2012Price change$1,250+4.2%$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/28/2012Listed for rent$1,200$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/21/2011Listing removed$149,900$111/sqft
        Source: Tri-Star Realty #M1443025 Report a problem
        1/17/2011Price change$149,900+0.6%$111/sqft
        Source: Listhub #M1443025 Report a problem
        11/1/2010Listed for sale$149,000+10.8%$110/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/2/2010Sold$134,500$99/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,766 +2.1%$250,100 +7.5%
        2024$3,688 +14.2%$232,700
        2023$3,230 +1.2%$232,700 +32.1%
        2022$3,192 +6.5%$176,200
        2021$2,998 +1.6%$176,200 +11.4%
        2020$2,950 +8.2%$158,100
        2019$2,726 -0.1%$158,100 +11.7%
        2018$2,728 $141,600
        2017$2,728 +6.2%$141,600 +6.5%
        2016$2,568 $132,900
        2015$2,568 -1.4%$132,900 +3.5%
        2014$2,604 $128,400
        2013-- $128,400 +0.9%
        2012-- $127,200
        2011-- $127,200 -0.9%
        2010-- $128,400
        2009-- $128,400 +2.9%
        2008-- $124,800
        2007-- $124,800 +4.6%
        2006-- $119,300
        2005-- $119,300 +15.2%
        2003-- $103,560 +15.4%
        2002-- $89,720
        2001-- $89,720
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50265

        Getting around

        72 / 100
        Very Walkable
        59 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
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        • 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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