Welcome home to this exceptionally well-maintained property located in one of West Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods! Situated on a spacious corner lot, this home offers outstanding curb appeal, an abundance of storage, and the peace of mind that comes with numerous major updates already completed.
The kitchen features newer stainless steel appliances, while updated windows provide improved efficiency and natural light throughout the home. Additional big-ticket improvements include a new roof and gutters (2023), new HVAC system (2018), and a new water heater (2022), making this a truly move-in-ready opportunity.
With generous living spaces and an unbeatable location close to parks, shopping, restaurants, and top-rated West Des Moines amenities, this one won't last long. Book your showing today!
All information obtained from seller and public records.
Pending
$299,900
701 45th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,128sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.29 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$266/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Outstanding curb appealAbundance of storageSpacious corner lotGenerous living spacesNewer stainless steel appliances
- 22 days
- 524
- 14
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Lake (515)419-0493,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 746588
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & 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: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,128
- Total interior livable area: 1,128 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 556
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 32004928165045
- Zoning: RS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $266/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $265,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,030
- Date on market: 8/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Pending sale | $299,900$266/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900+100.6%$266/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/5/2012 | Sold | $149,500-11.8%$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2010 | Listing removed | $169,500$150/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #355769 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2010 | Price change | $169,500-0.2%$150/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #355769 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2010 | Price change | $169,900-2.9%$151/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #355769 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2009 | Listed for sale | $174,900+11.8%$155/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #355769 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2005 | Sold | $156,500$139/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,634 +2.3% | $265,200 +13% |
| 2024 | $3,554 -2.3% | $234,700 |
| 2023 | $3,638 +1.2% | $234,700 +19% |
| 2022 | $3,594 +1.6% | $197,300 |
| 2021 | $3,538 +1.7% | $197,300 +6.6% |
| 2020 | $3,480 +6.8% | $185,000 |
| 2019 | $3,258 -10.3% | $185,000 +10.4% |
| 2018 | $3,631 +11.3% | $167,600 |
| 2017 | $3,262 +3.8% | $167,600 +10.3% |
| 2016 | $3,142 | $151,900 |
| 2015 | $3,142 +7.2% | $151,900 +5% |
| 2014 | $2,932 | $144,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $144,600 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $145,000 -3.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $150,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $150,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $150,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $150,500 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $139,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $139,700 +9.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $127,140 +10.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $115,520 |
| 2001 | -- | $115,520 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
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.







