Welcome to 5526 Kensington Circle, a truly exceptional home nestled on a desirable circle drive in Johnston's coveted Northglenn neighborhood.
Beautiful finishes in this 4+ BR home Entrance with porcelain floors leading you to a custom kitchen with to-the-ceiling Hickory cabinetry. Kitchen opens up to a huge living room with fireplace. There are also Bonus/Flex rooms for dining, office, or another living space.
Upstairs, there's a laundry room, and 4 big bedrooms - including an incredible main bedroom/ensuite. It has a window bench, huge walk-in closet, and a spa-like bathroom with tiled shower, dual vanities and tub.
Lower level is finished with another family room, full bath, 5th bedroom, as well as a wall of cabinetry for hidden and organized storage.
Beyond the stunning interior, the exterior has some amazing amenities.The backyard with irrigation system is an entertainer's dream, featuring a fenced yard with a basketball court, a covered deck, and patio that backs to walking trails. There's a storage shed for your garden supplies ond outdoor toys!
Sold for $499,000
$499,000
5526 Kensington Cir, Johnston, IA 50131
5beds
2,318sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.3 Acres Lot
$497,100 Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$2,789 Estimated rent
Home value
$497,100
$467,000 - $527,000
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Basketball courtCovered deckHickory cabinetryWalk-in closetCustom kitchenBig bedroomsPorcelain floors
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Listed by:
Jenny Farrell (515)779-7500,
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Bought with:
Kelli Smith
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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 722266
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,318
- Total interior livable area: 2,318 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Basketball Court, Deck, Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 24100859128000
- Zoning: PUD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Johnston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $459,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,396
- Date on market: 7/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2025 | Sold | $499,000-4%$215/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #722266 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Pending sale | $520,000$224/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722266 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $520,000+15.6%$224/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722266 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2023 | Sold | $450,000-2%$194/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #670248 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2023 | Pending sale | $459,000$198/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #670248 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $459,000+66.3%$198/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #670248 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2009 | Sold | $276,000+5.1%$119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2008 | Sold | $262,500+23.8%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/1999 | Sold | $212,000$91/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,132 +5.1% | $459,700 +13.6% |
| 2024 | $6,786 +10.8% | $404,600 |
| 2023 | $6,126 -10.5% | $404,600 +22.6% |
| 2022 | $6,842 -0.2% | $330,100 |
| 2021 | $6,858 +1.8% | $330,100 +4.7% |
| 2020 | $6,740 -3.2% | $315,200 |
| 2019 | $6,966 +2.7% | $315,200 +4.3% |
| 2018 | $6,784 | $302,100 |
| 2017 | $6,784 +10.2% | $302,100 +9.7% |
| 2016 | $6,158 | $275,400 |
| 2015 | $6,158 +2.2% | $275,400 -0.1% |
| 2014 | $6,026 | $275,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $275,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $275,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $275,700 -0.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $276,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $276,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $276,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $276,300 +9.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $251,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $251,500 +5.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $238,390 +11.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $214,010 |
| 2001 | -- | $214,010 |
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Neighborhood: 50131
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lawson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Johnston Middle SchoolGrades: 8-9Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Johnston Senior High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Johnston
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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