$345,000

1204 56th St West Des Moines, IA 50266

Estimated payment $2,239/month

Total Views 1,228
2 Beds
4 Baths
2,049 Sq Ft
$168 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Westridge Elementary School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 2-minute walk to Jaycee Park

About This Home

This brick 1-1/2 story located in West Des Moines is just blocks from the interstate and 235 to downtown Des Moines. The deck, with a covered nook, runs the length of the house with access from the formal dining room and the primary bedroom on the main level. The bedroom has a walk-in closet and 3/4 bath with tile shower. Skylights and vaulted ceilings offer a spacious feel to the home. The dine-in kitchen with laminate floors has oak cabinets, an island with stovetop, granite, Thermodor oven with warming drawer, microwave and refrigerator. There is also a 1/2 bath on the main level. The family room has a wood burning fireplace. There is a primary suite on the upper level with a whirlpool tub, shower and walk-in closet. The suite opens to a sitting area with wood burning fireplace. This lovely home sits on 0.235 beautifully manicured acres. The roof and gutters were replaced in 2024 and the exterior was painted in '24.

Listing Agent

Jenny Wille

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 08/12/2025

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,896

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 10,250 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 82x125

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,049 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32004126997015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,896

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 168.37
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Central Vac, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1347
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2049
  • Total Sq Ft: 2049

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

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: 0.2350
  • Lot S F: 10250
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 82X125
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32004126997015
  • Zoning: RES

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: 4896.00
  • Net Taxes: 4896.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

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Range of Values:

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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 $4,896 $326,400 $66,800 $259,600
2023 $5,176 $326,400 $66,800 $259,600
2022 $5,112 $276,900 $58,100 $218,800
2021 $4,916 $276,900 $58,100 $218,800
2020 $4,838 $253,700 $53,200 $200,500
2019 $4,588 $253,700 $53,200 $200,500
2018 $4,594 $232,500 $47,300 $185,200
2017 $4,478 $232,500 $47,300 $185,200
2016 $4,378 $220,400 $42,500 $177,900
2015 $4,378 $220,400 $42,500 $177,900
2014 $4,112 $211,700 $40,200 $171,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/12/2025 08/12/25 For Sale $345,000 -- $168 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $132,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $106,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 724141

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-04126997015