$699,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,660 Sq Ft
303 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50312
Jennifer Mott RE/MAX Concepts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westwood a good place to live?
Westwood is a good place to live. Westwood is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Westwood has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.2 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $148,350 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 68.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Westwood are home owners, with 25.8% of residents renting and 74.2% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Westwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Westwood neighborhood guide.
Is Westwood, IA a safe neighborhood?
Westwood, IA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Westwood?
The median home price in Westwood is $204,480. If you put a 20% down payment of $40,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,060 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $45K a year to afford the median home price in Westwood. The average household income in Westwood is $148K.
What are the best public schools in Westwood?
The best public schools that serve Westwood are:
- Roosevelt High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 30:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Hanawalt Elementary School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
- Merrill Middle School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 2.1.
What are the best private schools in Westwood?
The best private schools that serve Westwood are:
- Bergman Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Dowling Catholic High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Sacred Heart School has a student teacher ratio of 17:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Westwood, Des Moines, IA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Westwood, Des Moines, IA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Westwood, Des Moines, IA are Waterbury, Ingersoll Park, Salisbury Oaks, Waveland Park and North of Grand.
Are home prices dropping in Westwood?
Yes, home prices in Westwood are down 46% in the last 12 months.
