Welcome to 709 Ninth Street in West Des Moines! This great 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a fresh, move-in-ready feel with updates throughout and true turn-key convenience. From the moment you walk in, you’ll notice the clean, modern look created by new paint, brand-new carpet, and updated flooring that ties the home together beautifully. The layout is functional and inviting, featuring a cozy dining nook that’s perfect for everyday meals or casual gatherings. The four-season front porch adds flexible living space, while the front deck provides a great spot to relax outdoors, grill, or enjoy your morning coffee. This home has been thoughtfully updated with major improvements already completed, including a brand-new roof, all new plumbing, a newly coated sewer line, and updated mechanicals for added peace of mind. The kitchen is equipped with new appliances, making it easy to move right in and start enjoying your space from day one. Updated fixtures and finishes throughout give the home a cohesive, refreshed look while still maintaining its charm and character. Located just minutes from the vibrant Valley Junction area, you’ll love the convenience of nearby shopping, dining, and community events in one of the most charming districts around. With big-ticket items handled, modern updates completed, and nothing left to do but move in, this home truly is turnkey and ready for its next owner.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (10/6)
$254,900
709 9th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,209sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
9,321 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charm and characterClean modern lookUpdated fixtures and finishesUpdated flooringUpdates throughoutNew paintBrand-new carpet
- 50 days
- 311
- 28
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pennie Carroll (515)490-8025,
Pennie Carroll & Associates,
Ethan Hafner 641-757-9443,
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747439
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,209
- Total interior livable area: 1,209 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Play Structure
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 9,321 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 61 x 153
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32002228000000
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
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: $211/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $202,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,636
- Date on market: 8/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 51 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2026 | Price change | $254,900-1.9%$211/sqft |
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| 9/9/2026 | Price change | $259,900-1.9%$215/sqft |
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| 8/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $264,900+1.9%$219/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Listing removed | $259,900$215/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Price change | $259,900-1.9%$215/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $264,900$219/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Pending sale | $264,900$219/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $264,900+101.4%$219/sqft |
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| 2/9/2018 | Sold | $131,500-5.1%$109/sqft |
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| 1/8/2018 | Pending sale | $138,500$115/sqft |
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| 12/12/2017 | Listed for sale | $138,500$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,836 +2.3% | $202,800 +9.4% |
| 2024 | $2,772 -0.4% | $185,400 |
| 2023 | $2,782 +1.3% | $185,400 +21.3% |
| 2022 | $2,746 +5.3% | $152,900 |
| 2021 | $2,608 +1.7% | $152,900 +10.3% |
| 2020 | $2,564 -2.2% | $138,600 |
| 2019 | $2,622 +10.2% | $138,600 +8.3% |
| 2018 | $2,380 | $128,000 |
| 2017 | $2,380 +7.5% | $128,000 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $2,214 | $119,100 |
| 2015 | $2,214 +8.1% | $119,100 +5.1% |
| 2014 | $2,048 | $113,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $113,300 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $113,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $113,500 -0.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $113,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $113,700 +2.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $110,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $110,500 +0.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $110,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $110,100 +12.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $97,560 +15.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $84,410 |
| 2001 | -- | $84,410 |
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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.





