LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Move right in and enjoy this beautiful home in the heart of Valley Junction. This property offers an updated kitchen and an amazing 4+ stall double depth garage/shop which is insulated, heated and air conditioned- a mechanics and carpenters dream! From the moment you walk up to the property, you are greeted with a beautiful enclosed porch ready for a swing to be hung to enjoy the day away. This classic 1920's home offers a nice open floor plan and convenient first floor washer & dryer. Upstairs one will find 3 bedrooms (wood floors under carpet) and a sizeable full bath. This home has been well cared for with major mechanical, plumbing and electrical updates, waterproofed basement and newer windows throughout. Call today for your private showing and be part of the magic and lifestyle of Historic Valley Junction.
Sold for $245,000
$245,000
629 8th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,152sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1914
7,230.96 Square Feet Lot
$261,700 Zestimate®
$213/sqft
$1,692 Estimated rent
Home value
$261,700
$249,000 - $275,000
$1,692/mo
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Listed by:
Michael Ernst (515)313-8566,
Fathom Realty
Bought with:
Alex Turner
Weichert, Miller & Clark
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 690624
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
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,230 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 145
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32003476000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Square Design
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2024 | Sold | $245,000-2%$213/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #690624 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2024 | Pending sale | $250,000$217/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #690624 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2024 | Price change | $250,000-3.8%$217/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #690624 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2024 | Price change | $260,000-5.5%$226/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #690624 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $275,000+127.3%$239/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #690624 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2006 | Sold | $121,000$105/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,372 +2.1% | $227,900 +9.4% |
| 2024 | $3,304 -0.8% | $208,400 |
| 2023 | $3,332 +1.2% | $208,400 +20.7% |
| 2022 | $3,294 +5% | $172,600 |
| 2021 | $3,136 +1.5% | $172,600 +10.4% |
| 2020 | $3,090 +7.7% | $156,400 |
| 2019 | $2,868 -0.2% | $156,400 +11.7% |
| 2018 | $2,874 | $140,000 |
| 2017 | $2,874 +6.5% | $140,000 +7.3% |
| 2016 | $2,698 | $130,500 |
| 2015 | $2,698 +1.7% | $130,500 -0.3% |
| 2014 | $2,654 | $130,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $130,900 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $131,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $131,300 +8.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $121,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $121,400 +2.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $118,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $118,000 -3% |
| 2006 | -- | $121,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $121,700 +14.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $106,590 +36.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,840 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,840 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.2 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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