Cozy West Des Moines ranch nestled away from busy traffic. This gem offers a great space, great location, and character you'll love. Newly finished basement and upstairs bathroom are must see for the potential home buyers. Not only is this home in great shape, but you'll notice even more potential for adding your personal touch.
The main floor offers the coziness of 1950-1960 construction where comfort and living are paramount. The newly finished bathroom makes this space enticing, and you'll note immediately the potential for further modernizing the space.
Newly refinished basement makes for a great recreational space for kids, grand kids, or even an entertainment space for adults. Beautiful craftsmanship and appearance is an immediate bonus to an already great home.
Sold for $274,900
$274,900
709 20th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,128sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
8,407.08 Square Feet Lot
$298,000 Zestimate®
$244/sqft
$1,875 Estimated rent
Home value
$298,000
$283,000 - $313,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dan Douglas dan@greenberetrealty.com,
Agency Iowa
Bought with:
Miller, Emily
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 698905
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: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,128
- Total interior livable area: 1,128 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 980
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 8,407 sqft
- Dimensions: 60 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 32001538000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2024 | Sold | $274,900$244/sqft |
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| 7/14/2024 | Pending sale | $274,900$244/sqft |
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| 7/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $274,900+83.9%$244/sqft |
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| 12/16/2011 | Sold | $149,500-0.3%$133/sqft |
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| 5/27/2011 | Price change | $149,900-3.2%$133/sqft |
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| 4/15/2011 | Listed for sale | $154,900+18.2%$137/sqft |
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| 4/7/2003 | Sold | $131,000+28.4%$116/sqft |
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| 11/20/1997 | Sold | $102,000$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,090 +2.1% | $285,500 +13% |
| 2024 | $4,006 +5.3% | $252,700 |
| 2023 | $3,804 +1.2% | $252,700 +28.3% |
| 2022 | $3,760 +0.7% | $197,000 |
| 2021 | $3,734 +1.5% | $197,000 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $3,678 +7.5% | $186,200 |
| 2019 | $3,420 -0.2% | $186,200 +11.6% |
| 2018 | $3,426 | $166,900 |
| 2017 | $3,426 +9% | $166,900 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $3,144 | $152,000 |
| 2015 | $3,144 +0.6% | $152,000 -1.3% |
| 2014 | $3,124 | $154,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $154,000 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $154,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $154,500 +2.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $150,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $150,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $150,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $150,500 +6.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $141,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $141,000 +9.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $128,630 +10.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $116,640 |
| 2001 | -- | $116,640 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fairmeadows Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.2 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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- Polk County
- West Des Moines
- 50265
- 709 20th St
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