Gorgeous two story in coveted West Des Moines neighborhood with over 4100 finished square feet. First floor features beautiful gourmet kitchen with huge center island, tons of cabinets and counter space. Amazing drop zone/laundry room has lockers and extra storage. Oversized family room boasts brick fireplace. Roomy additional living room provides the perfect conversation room, plus a private office and 3/4 bathroom and 1/2 bath round off the first floor. Second story included four huge bedrooms including primary en suite with spacious walk in closet plus additional storage closet.Plus updated 3/4 hall bath with tile shower. Finished lower level features enormous rec room, second fireplace, bonus hang out area, 1/2 bath and plenty of storage. Don’t miss the gorgeous .75 acre lot with additional garage/storage building!
All information obtained from seller and public records.
Sold for $520,000
$520,000
809 55th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
4beds
3,151sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.6 Acres Lot
$519,000 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$2,986 Estimated rent
Home value
$519,000
$493,000 - $545,000
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Second fireplaceAdditional storage closetGorgeous two storyPlenty of storageOversized family roomFour huge bedroomsHuge center island
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Listed by:
Stephanie Wright,
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Bought with:
Jenny Farrell
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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733022
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,151
- Total interior livable area: 3,151 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio, Storage
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Wood,Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 32000522015001
- Zoning: RS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1978
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2026 | Sold | $520,000-0.9%$165/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #733022 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Pending sale | $524,900$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733022 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $524,900+34.6%$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2015 | Sold | $390,000-2.5%$124/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #443006 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2015 | Pending sale | $399,900$127/sqft |
Source: BHHS FIRST REALTY WESTOWN #443006 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2014 | Price change | $399,900-4.8%$127/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2014 | Price change | $419,900-1.2%$133/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $424,900+37.3%$135/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2004 | Sold | $309,500$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,602 +2.2% | $603,800 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $8,420 -0.8% | $541,700 |
| 2023 | $8,488 +1.2% | $541,700 +20.8% |
| 2022 | $8,388 +5.2% | $448,500 |
| 2021 | $7,976 +1.6% | $448,500 +10.4% |
| 2020 | $7,852 +1.7% | $406,300 |
| 2019 | $7,718 -0.2% | $406,300 +5.5% |
| 2018 | $7,732 | $385,300 |
| 2017 | $7,732 +7.3% | $385,300 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $7,208 | $357,300 |
| 2015 | $7,208 +2.6% | $357,300 +0.6% |
| 2014 | $7,024 | $355,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $355,300 +0% |
| 2012 | -- | $355,200 +5.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $338,000 -1.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $343,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $343,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $343,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $343,900 +3.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $331,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $331,200 +10.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $300,430 +0.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $297,740 +8.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $273,920 |
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Neighborhood: 50266
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Westridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.5 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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