Welcome to this beautifully updated home in the highly desirable Valley Junction neighborhood of West Des Moines. Recent improvements include updated flooring, remodeled bathroom, and a remodeled kitchen featuring new cabinetry and quartz countertops. Additional updates include new appliances, new central air conditioning, new furnace, new light fixtures, and new garge door. Subject has a two-car detached garage. Location is hard to beat—just a few block from Hillside Elementary School and close to Stilwell Junior High. Enjoy the charm and convenience of Valley Junction, known for its historic character, locally owned shops, restaurants, seasonal events, farmers' markets, and walkable community atmosphere. Don't miss this opportunity to own an updated home in one of West Des Moines' most sought-after neighborhoods.
Pending
$245,900
601 11th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$245,800 Zestimate®
$320/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-car detached garageUpdated flooringRemodeled bathroomBeautifully updated homeRemodeled kitchenNew light fixturesQuartz countertops
- 20 days |
- 113 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kevin Kesterson (515)457-8412,
Kesterson Realty & Appraisal
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741301
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 768
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 529
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 160
Details
- Parcel number: 32001228000000
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $320/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $207,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,578
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$245,800
Estimated sales range
$234,000 - $258,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,328/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Pending sale | $245,900$320/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,900$320/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Pending sale | $245,900$320/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,900+69%$320/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Sold | $145,500-4.6%$189/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Pending sale | $152,500$199/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $152,500$199/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Pending sale | $152,500$199/sqft |
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| 2/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $152,500$199/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Pending sale | $152,500$199/sqft |
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| 1/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $152,500-6.1%$199/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Sold | $162,384+16.1%$211/sqft |
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| 5/31/2016 | Sold | $139,900$182/sqft |
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| 4/12/2016 | Listed for sale | $139,900+11%$182/sqft |
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| 9/26/2014 | Sold | $126,000-1.6%$164/sqft |
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| 7/3/2014 | Price change | $128,000-1.5%$167/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #435708 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2014 | Price change | $129,900-2.3%$169/sqft |
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| 5/13/2014 | Listed for sale | $132,900+29.7%$173/sqft |
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| 9/2/2010 | Sold | $102,500+2.5%$133/sqft |
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| 5/22/2010 | Price change | $100,000-8.3%$130/sqft |
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| 3/28/2010 | Listed for sale | $109,000-9.5%$142/sqft |
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| 2/4/2008 | Sold | $120,500+34.6%$157/sqft |
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| 6/13/2001 | Sold | $89,500$117/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,578 -1.8% | $207,300 +8.1% |
| 2024 | $2,624 -7.6% | $191,700 |
| 2023 | $2,840 +1.3% | $191,700 +20.3% |
| 2022 | $2,804 +4.3% | $159,300 |
| 2021 | $2,688 +1.7% | $159,300 +9.2% |
| 2020 | $2,642 +9.2% | $145,900 |
| 2019 | $2,420 | $145,900 +12.3% |
| 2018 | $2,420 | $129,900 |
| 2017 | $2,420 +4% | $129,900 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $2,326 | $121,200 |
| 2015 | $2,326 +10.3% | $121,200 +12% |
| 2014 | $2,108 | $108,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $108,200 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $108,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $108,400 -1.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $110,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $110,500 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $107,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $107,300 +8.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $98,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $98,900 +8.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $91,400 +0.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $90,940 |
| 2001 | -- | $90,940 |
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Payment breakdown
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$1,547Mortgage insurance
$0Property taxes
$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.1 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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- Iowa
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- West Des Moines
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- 601 11th St