1204 56th St West Des Moines, IA 50266
Estimated payment $2,237/month
Highlights
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 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.
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
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 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
- Soaking Tub
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
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2025 08/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/12/2025 08/12/25 | For Sale | $345,000 | -- | $168 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $132,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $106,400 | No Value Available |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 724141
APN: 320-04126997015
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