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  • $279,000

    525 2nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    2beds
    2baths
    1,164sqft
    Residential
    Built in 1924
    0.25 Acres Lot
    $279,000 Zestimate®
    $240/sqft
    $1,710 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $279,000

    $265,000 - $293,000

    $1,710/mo

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    What's special

    This charming ranch bungalow exudes the perfect blend of modern convenience and classic character. Step inside the open concept living area and be greeted by the spacious living and dining room, seamlessly flowing into the large, updated kitchen complete with ample storage and counterspace. Downstairs, you'll find a partially finished basement offering even more space for entertaining or relaxing with a family room and a 3/4 bath. The real showstopper is the stunning backyard, perfect for hosting gatherings or simply enjoying the outdoors. A fully fenced-in yard, covered deck, firepit, concrete slab for a patio/hot tub area, and several beautifully landscaped beds create a private oasis you'll love spending time in. Plus, recent updates including a new roof, A/C, water heater, flooring, windows, and remodeled bathroom and kitchen mean you can move in worry-free and start enjoying your new home right away. Located just a mile from Historic Valley Junction, you'll have easy access to fantastic shopping, hot restaurants, and biking/walking trails. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this adorable bungalow your own!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Basement: Finished
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,164 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Metal
    Lot
    • Size: 0.25 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 32004835000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Residential
    Materials
    • Metal
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1924

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: City

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: West Des Moines

    Other

    Other facts
    • Air Conditioning: Central
    • MLS: Des Moines
    • Foundation: Poured, Concrete Block
    • Heat: Gas Forced Air
    • Heat Source: Natural
    • Property Sub Type: Residential
    • Property Type: Residential
    • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
    • Lot Shape: Regular
    • Sewer: City
    • Water: City
    • Driveway: Concrete
    • Exterior: Metal Siding
    • Style: Bungalow
    • Basement Desc: Partial
    • Sellers Request: 0
    • Last Change Type: Pending
    • Geocode Source: PxPoint
    • Parcel Number: 32004835000000

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/26/2023Sold$260,000+10.6%$223/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #671249 Report a problem
    4/24/2023Pending sale$235,000$202/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #671249 Report a problem
    4/19/2023Listed for sale$235,000+19.9%$202/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #671249 Report a problem
    12/12/2019Sold$196,000+5.9%$168/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #594454 Report a problem
    11/8/2019Pending sale$185,000$159/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty GDM #594454 Report a problem
    11/6/2019Listed for sale$185,000+68.3%$159/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty GDM #594454 Report a problem
    10/16/2009Listing removed$109,900$94/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #355606 Report a problem
    10/4/2009Listed for sale$109,900$94/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #355606 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,782 +2.2%$258,900 +6.2%
    2024$3,700 +2.6%$243,900
    2023$3,606 +1.2%$243,900 +30.6%
    2022$3,562 +4.6%$186,700
    2021$3,406 +33.6%$186,700 +10%
    2020$2,550 +8.5%$169,800 +23.1%
    2019$2,350 $137,900 +11.9%
    2018$2,350 $123,200
    2017$2,350 +12.5%$123,200 +12.3%
    2016$2,088 $109,700
    2015$2,088 +5%$109,700 +2.6%
    2014$1,988 $106,900
    2013-- $106,900 -0.2%
    2012-- $107,100
    2011-- $107,100 -2.5%
    2010-- $109,800
    2009-- $109,800 +3%
    2008-- $106,600
    2007-- $106,600 +6%
    2006-- $100,600
    2005-- $100,600 +10.7%
    2003-- $90,850 +24.1%
    2002-- $73,180
    2001-- $73,180

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    Neighborhood: 50265

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: West Des Moines

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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