$237,000
SOLD JUN 18, 2025

140 S 52nd St West Des Moines, IA 50265

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,278 Sq Ft
$125/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$185 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Ranch Style House
  • Shades

About This Home

As of June 2025

This home is located at 140 S 52nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265 and is currently priced at $237,000, approximately $185 per square foot. This property was built in 1992. 140 S 52nd St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Western Hills Elementary School, Valley Southwoods Freshman High School, and Stilwell Junior High School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Manderfield

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 05/20/2025

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Jodi Moyer

Realty ONE Group Impact

Realty ONE Group Impact

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,832

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 6,900 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 41.5x166

HOA Fees

  • $125 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,278 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bars

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32004947742000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association Phone (515) 238-9306
  • Built by Walters Homes, LTD

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,832

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$125 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Ranch
  • Homebuilder: Walters Homes, LTD
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 195.62
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 185.45
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Daylight Window, Egress Windows, Finished, Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1278
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 700
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: Lower Level, Rec. Room
  • Handicap Features: Grab Bars
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1278
  • Total Sq Ft: 1278

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Open Patio
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete, Public Sidewalk
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 420
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air
  • Services: Exterior Maint./Bldg., Lawn Care, Snow Removal

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 125.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • HOA Name: Lantern Way Association
  • Management Firm: Self Managed
  • Management Firm Phone: (515) 238-9306

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1580
  • Lot S F: 6900
  • Lot Size: 41.5X166
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32004947742000
  • Zoning: PUD

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: 3832.00
  • Net Taxes: 3832.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2025
Closed on
Jun 17, 2025
Sold by
Peterson Tom and Peterson Tammy M
Bought by
Legacy Management Holdings Trust
Seller's Agent
Jim Manderfield
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Jodi Moyer
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$237,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,000
-5.2%
Views
49

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
42.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2019
Sold by
Pederson Elmer J
Bought by
Peterson Tom and Peterson Carol Jean
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $237,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $237,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Sold $237,000 -5.2% $185 / Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2025 05/20/25 For Sale $250,000 -- $196 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $3,832 $241,800 $28,600 $213,200
2023 $3,786 $241,800 $28,600 $213,200
2022 $3,742 $196,100 $24,000 $172,100
2021 $3,790 $196,100 $24,000 $172,100
2020 $3,492 $189,000 $24,600 $164,400
2019 $3,316 $189,000 $24,600 $164,400
2018 $3,318 $173,600 $23,800 $149,800
2017 $3,124 $173,600 $23,800 $149,800
2016 $3,052 $159,600 $23,400 $136,200
2015 $3,052 $159,600 $23,400 $136,200
2014 $3,042 $162,300 $25,900 $136,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718432

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-04947742000