Classic charm meets modern living in this updated Ranch home in a highly desirable West Des Moines neighborhood. Close to schools, parks, retail and local amenities. Commutes are a breeze with quick access to I-235/I-80/I-35. The renovated home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a chef's kitchen that will wow you. White soft-close cabinets, deep sink, stainless steel appliances, gas stove, under counter microwave, granite countertops, and impressive custom pull out cabinets from Shelf Genie brand throughout the kitchen and desk area. A large island connects the kitchen and dining area with ample room for four people and tons of custom storage underneath. Updated Anderson windows and doors throughout the main floor. Finished porch bonus space with a vaulted wood ceiling and stone gas fireplace that overlooks the private backyard. Brand new carpet and large windows in the lower level add another 500 square feet of livable space. Basement also includes tons of closets/shelves for storage space, a workshop and newer front load Washer & Dryer and laundry sink. A one-year HSA Home Warranty included.
Sold for $315,000
$315,000
540 31st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,532sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
8,581 Square Feet Lot
$315,100 Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$1,927 Estimated rent
Home value
$315,100
$299,000 - $331,000
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Stone gas fireplaceLower levelCustom storageLaundry sinkFinished porch bonus spaceBrand new carpetLarge windows
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Listed by:
Amy Lutter 515-453-4327,
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Bought with:
Mya Larson
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 730218
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,532
- Total interior livable area: 1,532 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 494
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 8,581 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 67 x 128
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32002055000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
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: $206/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $319,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,623
- Date on market: 11/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $315,000-1.6%$206/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #730218 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Pending sale | $320,000$209/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730218 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $320,000$209/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730218 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,136 -0.4% | $319,400 +14.3% |
| 2024 | $4,154 -1.1% | $279,500 |
| 2023 | $4,200 +1.2% | $279,500 +23.5% |
| 2022 | $4,150 +1% | $226,400 |
| 2021 | $4,110 +1.6% | $226,400 +6% |
| 2020 | $4,044 +8.1% | $213,500 |
| 2019 | $3,742 -0.1% | $213,500 +11.7% |
| 2018 | $3,746 | $191,200 |
| 2017 | $3,746 +30.4% | $191,200 +9.9% |
| 2016 | $2,872 | $173,900 +17.8% |
| 2015 | $2,872 -0.6% | $147,600 -2.4% |
| 2014 | $2,888 | $151,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $151,300 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $151,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $151,700 +1.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $149,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $149,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $149,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $149,000 +6.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $140,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $140,100 +9.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $127,830 +5.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $121,320 |
| 2001 | -- | $121,320 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Fairmeadows Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.7 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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