Welcome to the desired Valley Junction neighborhood. This two story is a short distance to the sights and sounds of the quaint shopping district of Valley Junction in West Des Moines. This two story home sits on a deep lot with mature trees lining the neighborhood. Step inside to hardwood floors paired with the generous amount of woodwork in the early 1900’s. The living room opens into the formal dining room. There is a flex room off of the dining to be used for an office or solarium with walls of windows. All appliances are included in the kitchen showcasing white cabinets. Checkout the gorgeous staircase that leads up to the three bedrooms with hardwood flooring. The full bathroom is nearby. There is potential for more finish in the lower level basement holding the laundry room and storage. The foundation has been professionally water proofed. Exterior features metal siding. Looking for a great location? Put a little TLC into this home to add potentially instant equity. Welcome to Valley Junction!
Sold for $174,000
$174,000
709 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,392sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
8,363.52 Square Feet Lot
$226,800 Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$1,677 Estimated rent
Home value
$226,800
$211,000 - $243,000
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Flex roomLaundry roomHardwood floorsHardwood flooring
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Listed by:
Pennie Carroll (515)490-8025,
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Bought with:
Jake Ham
Smart Avenue
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 686130
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,392
- Total interior livable area: 1,392 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,363 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 167
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32003252000000
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/9/2024 | Sold | $174,000-5.9%$125/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #686130 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2024 | Pending sale | $185,000$133/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686130 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2024 | Price change | $185,000-5.1%$133/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686130 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2023 | Price change | $194,900-2.5%$140/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686130 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $199,900+35.5%$144/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686130 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2018 | Sold | $147,500-1.7%$106/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #559027 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2018 | Pending sale | $150,000$108/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #559027 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2018 | Listed for sale | $150,000+40.8%$108/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #559027 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2006 | Sold | $106,500$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,144 +2.1% | $214,600 +10.4% |
| 2024 | $3,080 -4% | $194,300 |
| 2023 | $3,208 +1.2% | $194,300 +17% |
| 2022 | $3,170 +4.3% | $166,100 |
| 2021 | $3,040 +1.5% | $166,100 +9.6% |
| 2020 | $2,994 +6.1% | $151,600 |
| 2019 | $2,822 -0.3% | $151,600 +10% |
| 2018 | $2,830 | $137,800 |
| 2017 | $2,830 +5.9% | $137,800 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $2,672 | $129,200 |
| 2015 | $2,672 +3.1% | $129,200 +1.1% |
| 2014 | $2,592 | $127,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $127,800 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $128,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $128,000 +0.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $126,800 +11.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $113,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $113,500 +9% |
| 2003 | -- | $104,140 +18.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $87,910 |
| 2001 | -- | $87,910 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.4 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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