204 51st St Des Moines, IA 50312
Westwood NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,234/month
Highlights
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Sun or Florida Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
This captivating home seamlessly marries early 20th-century architectural charm with tasteful contemporary enhancements. Timeless details like elegant built-ins and polished hardwood floors shine alongside a beautifully updated kitchen and connected family areas that balance form and function. Ornate stained and leaded-glass windows bathe the rooms in gentle natural light, fostering a cozy, welcoming ambiance. The generous lot invites endless outdoor potential and vibrant gardens or a serene natural escape. A detached two-car garage ensures everyday ease, and versatile living spaces, including a delightful solarium, allow for indoor-outdoor enjoyment in any season. Nestled in one of Des Moines premier neighborhoods, this property delivers a singular blend of historic allure and modern livability, with nearby parks such as Union Park (1.5 miles north) and Grandview Park (2 miles east), plus convenient access to the Neal Smith Trail just 1 mile away for biking and recreation.
This Property is also offering $5,000 towards closing costs with an acceptable offer plus home warranty of buyer's choice!! All information obtained from seller and public records.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,308
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66x320
- Property is zoned N5
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,220 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Laundry on main level
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Stove
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 09005633001000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,176 | $366,300 | $107,800 | $258,500 |
| 2024 | $6,176 | $324,400 | $95,400 | $229,000 |
| 2023 | $6,762 | $324,400 | $95,400 | $229,000 |
| 2022 | $6,708 | $295,800 | $84,500 | $211,300 |
| 2021 | $6,690 | $295,800 | $84,500 | $211,300 |
| 2020 | $6,946 | $276,700 | $77,700 | $199,000 |
| 2019 | $6,446 | $276,700 | $77,700 | $199,000 |
| 2018 | $6,376 | $248,400 | $68,400 | $180,000 |
| 2017 | $5,964 | $248,400 | $68,400 | $180,000 |
| 2016 | $5,804 | $229,000 | $62,200 | $166,800 |
| 2015 | $5,804 | $229,000 | $62,200 | $166,800 |
| 2014 | $5,310 | $216,300 | $57,600 | $158,700 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 11/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/13/2025 11/13/25 | Price Changed | $325,000 | -7.1% | $146 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/04/2025 11/04/25 | For Sale | $349,900 | +67.4% | $158 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/31/2013 01/31/13 | Sold | $209,000 | -19.3% | $94 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/31/2013 01/31/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/11/2012 06/11/12 | For Sale | $259,000 | -- | $117 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $209,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $246,500 | Itc |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $205,214 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 729699
APN: 090-05633001000
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