Set on a quiet, tree-lined street, this charming brick home offers nearly 1,300 sq ft of finished living space with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. You'll love the spacious kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and the bright living/dining area that makes entertaining easy. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard and relax on the low-maintenance composite deck—ideal for summer evenings. The lower level is ready for your personal touch, offering ample space for a family room, workout area, or home office. Recent updates include a new roof (2021), new water heater, new garage door opener system (2024), and a radon mitigation system for added peace of mind. Located within walking distance to Sacred Heart and Stilwell, just minutes from the charm of Historic Valley Junction, and surrounded by wonderful neighbors—this home truly checks all the boxes.
Sold for $260,000
$260,000
813 16th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,226sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
10,018.8 Square Feet Lot
$258,900 Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$1,692 Estimated rent
Home value
$258,900
$243,000 - $274,000
$1,692/mo
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Charming brick homeWorkout areaHome officeBeautiful hardwood floorsFully fenced backyardLow-maintenance composite deckSpacious kitchen
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Listed by:
Gina Swanson (515)418-3154,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Andrew Mays
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 718053
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
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,226
- Total interior livable area: 1,226 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 10,018 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32003063000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1951
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 8/8/2025 | Sold | $260,000$212/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #718053 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2025 | Pending sale | $260,000$212/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #718053 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $260,000+33.3%$212/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #718053 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2020 | Sold | $195,000+1.6%$159/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #608530 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2020 | Pending sale | $192,000$157/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #608530 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2020 | Listed for sale | $192,000+17.1%$157/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #608530 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2017 | Sold | $164,000-0.6%$134/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #540035 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $165,000+19.1%$135/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #540035 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2006 | Sold | $138,500$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,462 +2.2% | $251,700 +12.3% |
| 2024 | $3,386 +1.3% | $224,100 |
| 2023 | $3,342 +1.2% | $224,100 +23.1% |
| 2022 | $3,302 +6.2% | $182,000 |
| 2021 | $3,110 +1.6% | $182,000 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $3,060 +5.2% | $163,700 |
| 2019 | $2,910 -5.9% | $163,700 +8.7% |
| 2018 | $3,092 | $150,600 |
| 2017 | $3,092 +6% | $150,600 +6.8% |
| 2016 | $2,916 | $141,000 |
| 2015 | $2,916 +3.5% | $141,000 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $2,818 | $139,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $139,000 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $139,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $139,500 -2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $143,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $143,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $143,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $143,500 +12.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $127,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $127,600 +6.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $119,950 +22.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $98,240 |
| 2001 | -- | $98,240 |
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Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.6 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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