NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1909 Prospect Ave West Des Moines, IA 50265

Estimated Value: $242,831 - $257,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
943 Sq Ft
$265/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 19, 2025

Last sale price $256,000 $271 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,593 / mo

61 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Valley High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades

About This Home

As of November 2025

This charming, meticulously maintained and updated Fairmeadows ranch boasts stunning hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen features newer cabinetry with better layout, quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. The spacious unfinished lower level offers potential for additional living space, complete with a bar area. Step outside to the inviting patio and backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The oversized 24x24 detached garage provides ample space for two cars and extra storage. Ideally located in West Des Moines, just a short walk to the highly-rated Fairmeadows Elementary School. Roof replaced 2020, N&W home siding replaced 2020, HVAC & SS Kitchen appliances approx. 7-10 years in age, sewer line from house to city-right-of-way replaced 10/2025.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Phelan

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 08/21/2025

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Jami Bassman Ahart

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,414

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 8,450 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65x130

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 943 Sq Ft Home
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32001527000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,414

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

8,450 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 275.61
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 271.47
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Electric
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level, Rec. Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 943
  • Total Sq Ft: 943

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Open Patio
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 576
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1940
  • Lot S F: 8450
  • Lot Size: 65X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32001527000000
  • Zoning: R-1

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: 3414.00
  • Net Taxes: 3414.00
  • Tax Year: 25

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2025
Closed on
Nov 17, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lori Phelan
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Jami Bassman Ahart
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$256,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,900
-1.5%
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
$246,526

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$9,474
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.81%
Original Mortgage
$243,200
Interest Rate
0.063%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2018
Closed on
Aug 2, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Gary Fuller
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Lori Phelan
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-6.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.50%
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
0.045%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2018
Closed on
Jul 2, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Gary Fuller
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Lori Phelan
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-6.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
0.045%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 2017
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,000
Interest Rate
0.0317%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$256,000 None Listed On Document
-- None Available
$150,000 None Available
-- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $243,200
Closed $120,000
Closed $94,000
Closed $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/19/2025 11/19/25 Sold $256,000 -1.5% $271 / Sq Ft
10/21/2025 10/21/25 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2025 08/21/25 For Sale $259,900 +73.3% $276 / Sq Ft
07/03/2018 07/03/18 Sold $150,000 -6.2% $159 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/04/2018 06/04/18 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2018 05/30/18 For Sale $159,900 -- $170 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $3,146 $224,500 $71,500 $153,000
2024 $3,146 $198,500 $62,200 $136,300
2023 $3,138 $198,500 $62,200 $136,300
2022 $3,100 $162,500 $52,700 $109,800
2021 $3,080 $162,500 $52,700 $109,800
2020 $3,034 $153,600 $49,700 $103,900
2019 $2,644 $153,600 $49,700 $103,900
2018 $2,646 $137,600 $43,600 $94,000
2017 $2,466 $137,600 $43,600 $94,000
2016 $2,408 $125,200 $39,200 $86,000
2015 $2,408 $125,200 $39,200 $86,000
2014 $2,066 $110,800 $34,000 $76,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 724686

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-01527000000

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