$319,000

1049 21st St West Des Moines, IA 50265

Estimated payment $2,187/month

Total Views 872
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,826 Sq Ft
$175 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

Charm, character, and updates all wrapped into one! This well-cared-for two-story in the heart of West Des Moines shines with tons of natural light, a brand-new roof (2023) and a spacious floor plan. Step inside to find an updated kitchen ready for gatherings, an adjacent family room with a cozy fireplace, and a sun-filled 3-season porch that's perfect for morning coffee or evening wine that overlooks a lush private backyard. Formal living and dining rooms add lots of flexible space, while the upstairs offers four generous bedrooms, a full bath, and a private primary suite. Enjoy a blank slate in the lower level, the perfect opportunity to add equity. A classic home with modern updates in a location that can't be beat 'move right in and fall in love! All information obtained from seller and public records.

Listing Agent

Krisanne Colby Calhoun

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 08/25/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Sara Hopkins

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,383

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 10,032 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is zoned RS

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,826 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32004116023000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,383

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 174.70
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Special Features: BrokerOpen
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 768
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1826
  • Total Sq Ft: 1826

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Cement Board
  • Exterior Features: Open Patio, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Shared, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2300
  • Lot S F: 10032
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32004116023000
  • Zoning: RS

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 5383.00
  • Net Taxes: 5217.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,812 $314,100 $58,000 $256,100
2023 $4,796 $314,100 $58,000 $256,100
2022 $4,738 $257,300 $48,700 $208,600
2021 $4,470 $257,300 $48,700 $208,600
2020 $4,398 $231,500 $43,700 $187,800
2019 $4,174 $231,500 $43,700 $187,800
2018 $4,180 $212,300 $39,300 $173,000
2017 $4,064 $212,300 $39,300 $173,000
2016 $3,972 $200,800 $36,400 $164,400
2015 $3,972 $200,800 $36,400 $164,400
2014 $3,778 $189,300 $33,800 $155,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/25/2025 08/25/25 For Sale $319,000 +27.7% $175 / Sq Ft
10/19/2020 10/19/20 Sold $249,900 -2.0% $137 / Sq Ft
10/19/2020 10/19/20 Pending -- -- --
08/26/2020 08/26/20 For Sale $255,000 -- $140 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $250,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $242,403 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 724888

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-04116023000