Beautiful, timeless, classic home fully remodeled utilizing professional craftsmanship and upgraded materials with incredible curb appeal and designed for fine living. Custom cabinetry and built-ins, solid oak and porcelain flooring throughout, updated mechanicals, upgraded appliances including a new Bosch refrigerator, quartz countertops in kitchen and baths. Tuck under garage as well as 2-1/2 car newer detached garage. Inviting sunroom, composite deck with aluminum rails and deco lighting, new sewer in 2018, premium a/v home theater system with Sony television. First floor master suite. Main bath boasts two person walk-in shower. The upstairs features two spacious bedrooms and sitting area with full bath and tiled tub surround. Replacement vinyl windows, siding and maintenance-free aluminum soffit and fascia. New roof in 2021. Newer concrete drive. Water softener and r.o. drinking water system. Home Warranty. Short walking distance to historic Valley Junction shopping and restaurants.
Sold for $387,900
$387,900
729 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,826sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
8,350 Square Feet Lot
$381,300 Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$1,891 Estimated rent
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$358,000 - $408,000
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Listed by:
Ralph Haskins (515)208-5330,
Platinum Realty LLC
Bought with:
Mariah Klemp
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 717233
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: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,826
- Total interior livable area: 1,826 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 8,350 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 320/03247000000
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2025 | Sold | $387,900$212/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #717233 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2025 | Pending sale | $387,900$212/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717233 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $387,900+128.2%$212/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717233 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2020 | Sold | $170,000+153.3%$93/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2013 | Sold | $67,101-53.6%$37/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2006 | Sold | $144,500-0.3%$79/sqft |
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| 1/14/2005 | Sold | $145,000+12%$79/sqft |
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| 8/16/1999 | Sold | $129,500+23.9%$71/sqft |
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| 8/21/1997 | Sold | $104,500$57/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,198 +2.2% | $300,500 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $4,108 +1.2% | $269,600 |
| 2023 | $4,058 +1.2% | $269,600 +23.1% |
| 2022 | $4,008 +5.4% | $219,000 |
| 2021 | $3,802 +6.6% | $219,000 +10.5% |
| 2020 | $3,568 +6.3% | $198,200 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $3,358 +1% | $189,400 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $3,326 | $172,400 +1% |
| 2017 | $3,326 +37% | $170,700 +9.7% |
| 2016 | $2,428 | $155,600 +23.4% |
| 2015 | $2,428 -24.8% | $126,100 +13.2% |
| 2014 | $3,228 | $111,400 -35% |
| 2013 | -- | $171,500 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $171,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $171,700 -0.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $172,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $172,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $172,500 +1.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $169,600 +11.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $151,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $151,900 +10.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $137,880 +3.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $132,670 |
| 2001 | -- | $132,670 |
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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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