$410,500
SOLD FEB 28, 2025

1819 Buffalo Rd West Des Moines, IA 50265

5 Beds
2 Baths
1,504 Sq Ft
1.35 Acres

Recently Sold

$273 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Basketball Court
  • 1.35 Acre Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of February 2025

Home being sold AS IS. Opportunity awaits with this gem tucked inside prime West Des Moines, situated near Dowling, Clive Greenbelt and Walnut Creek. With some TLC and sweat equity, this acreage could be amazing. With a 30x50 metal pole building, setting on 1.3 acres, this property is what you have been searching for. Updated kitchen offers SS appliances, sleek cabinetry & solid surface countertops, plus 2 separate eating areas. Enjoy an updated main floor bath with dual vessel sinks and tile shower. Home features 3 main floor bedrooms, plus 2 potential bedrooms in LL. The primary en suite offers access to newer oversized deck. The walk-out LL is an open canvas to finish to your liking, with plumbing for a wet bar and 3/4 bath. Other features to appreciate are updted lighting, tons of storage cabinetry in LL. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gina Friedrichsen

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Last Buyer's Agent

David Crawford

Keller Williams Realty GDM

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,703

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 1.35 Acre Lot
  • Street paved with bricks

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,504 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Basketball Court
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32004882652001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,703

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 265.29
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 272.94
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: LVP, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 2
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 2
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1408
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 1064
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1504
  • Total Sq Ft: 1504

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame, See Remarks
  • Exterior Features: Basketball Court, Deck
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Street Feature: Brick
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

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: 1.3520
  • Lot S F: 58893
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32004882652001
  • 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: 5703.00
  • Net Taxes: 5703.00

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

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2025 02/28/25 Sold $410,500 +2.9% $273 / Sq Ft
01/20/2025 01/20/25 Pending -- -- --
01/10/2025 01/10/25 For Sale $399,000 -- $265 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

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 $5,572 $351,500 $114,500 $237,000
2023 $5,330 $351,500 $114,500 $237,000
2022 $5,266 $284,900 $96,100 $188,800
2021 $4,982 $284,900 $96,100 $188,800
2020 $4,902 $257,000 $86,300 $170,700
2019 $4,670 $257,000 $86,300 $170,700
2018 $4,678 $236,500 $77,600 $158,900
2017 $4,512 $236,500 $77,600 $158,900
2016 $4,410 $222,000 $71,900 $150,100
2015 $4,410 $222,000 $71,900 $150,100
2014 $4,242 $218,100 $69,200 $148,900
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $533,700 Construction
Closed $533,700 Construction
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Fiduciary Deed $410,500 None Listed On Document
Fiduciary Deed $410,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $350,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 710035

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-04882652001