Seller's Agent in 2025
Julie Abel
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
(515) 554-5828
5 in this area
20 Total Sales
1050 68th St Unit 8 West Des Moines, IA 50266
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,258
Sq Ft
$225/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Central Air
- Dining Area
- Brookview Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room
- Electric Fireplace
About This Home
As of August 2025Fresh Price! Well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-story corner unit townhome in a prime West Des Moines location, is now listed at $217,500-offering even more value in an ideal area of West Des Moines. This home features updated flooring, white painted cabinets, and newer appliances. The open main level offers a spacious living area with a cozy gas fireplace, dining space, and easy access to a small private patio—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage, convenient 2nd floor laundry, and great natural light throughout. Located near shopping, dining, parks, and interstate access. Move-in ready and low-maintenance living!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,934
Year Built
- Built in 1993
HOA Fees
- $225 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- 1,258 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Electric Fireplace
- Family Room
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Municipal Trash
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1601376014
Community Details
Overview
- Conlin Association
Recreation
- Snow Removal
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jul 26, 2025
Sold by
Gillen Christina
Bought by
Kremic Edina
Seller's Agent
Julie Abel
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Emina Steward
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$220,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.05%
Views
141
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.42%
Original Mortgage
$33,000
Outstanding Balance
$33,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$182,256
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 21, 2017
Closed on
Apr 20, 2017
Sold by
Trenary Sherry Ann
Bought by
Gillen Christina
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Wright
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Tammy Heckart
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$134,900
Sold Price
$134,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.08%
Original Mortgage
$124,900
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $220,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $220,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $135,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $33,000 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $176,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $176,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $124,900 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $69,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $22,852 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | Sold | $220,000 | +1.1% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | Price Changed | $217,500 | -1.1% | $173 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | For Sale | $219,900 | +63.0% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2017 04/21/17 | Sold | $134,900 | 0.0% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2017 04/21/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/21/2017 03/21/17 | For Sale | $134,900 | -- | $107 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,988 | $189,160 | $25,000 | $164,160 |
| 2023 | $2,988 | $181,350 | $25,000 | $156,350 |
| 2022 | $2,690 | $159,590 | $25,000 | $134,590 |
| 2021 | $2,690 | $145,310 | $25,000 | $120,310 |
| 2020 | $2,634 | $137,850 | $22,000 | $115,850 |
| 2019 | $2,560 | $137,850 | $22,000 | $115,850 |
| 2018 | $2,560 | $127,770 | $22,000 | $105,770 |
| 2017 | $2,228 | $122,770 | $17,000 | $105,770 |
| 2016 | $1,952 | $116,900 | $17,000 | $99,900 |
| 2015 | $1,894 | $105,960 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,836 | $105,960 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie Abel
-
Emina Steward
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Emina Steward
RE/MAX
(515) 322-1214
23 in this area
210 Total Sales
-
Stephanie Wright
Seller's Agent in 2017
Stephanie Wright
RE/MAX
(515) 202-6150
87 in this area
218 Total Sales
-
Tammy Heckart
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Tammy Heckart
RE/MAX
(515) 599-8807
18 in this area
1,344 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 718519
APN: 16-01-376-014
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