$287,000
PENDING $13K PRICE DROP

2216 Locust St West Des Moines, IA 50265

Estimated payment $1,942/month

Total Views 4,269
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,256 Sq Ft
$229 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to Fairmeadows Park

About This Home

Well-maintained and move-in ready! This charming home boasts numerous updates, including a new AC (2023), water heater (2019), new plumbing in 2nd bath, new roof on house/garage, new gutters, & new thermostat. With 3 beds & 2 baths on the main level, it offers a spacious and inviting layout. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the beautifully refinished oak floors and an open-style great room filled w/ natural light from the large picture window. The spacious kitchen features a new SS dishwasher, pull-out drawers, & all appls stay—including the w/d. A newer sliding door leads to the restained cedar deck & fully fenced backyard, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. The primary suite offers plenty of space for furnishings & includes an ensuite ¾ bath. Down the hall, you'll find 2nd full bath & two generously sized beds. The finished LL adds even more living space with a great room, office with egress window, and plumbing stubbed for an addt’l bath—plus ample storage & new whole-home filtration system. For added peace of mind, radon mitigation is already done. Outside, the oversized two-car garage includes new garage door openers. The backyard is a private retreat with deck, patio, and tiered landscaping. Plus, this home is just steps from Fairmeadow’s Park and school, making it a fantastic location!

Listing Agent

Eileen Van Kooten-Schmitt

Century 21 Signature

Century 21 Signature

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,127

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 7,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x130
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,256 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32001800000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,127

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 228.50
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1256
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 640
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1256
  • Total Sq Ft: 1256

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • 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: 0.1790
  • Lot S F: 7800
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32001800000000
  • 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: 4126.97
  • Net Taxes: 3961.09
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $3,972 $268,100 $60,900 $207,200
2023 $4,044 $268,100 $60,900 $207,200
2022 $3,994 $218,300 $51,600 $166,700
2021 $3,956 $218,300 $51,600 $166,700
2020 $3,826 $205,900 $48,700 $157,200
2019 $3,536 $205,900 $48,700 $157,200
2018 $3,538 $184,400 $42,600 $141,800
2017 $3,298 $184,400 $42,600 $141,800
2016 $3,220 $167,800 $38,300 $129,500
2015 $3,220 $167,800 $38,300 $129,500
2014 $2,800 $150,400 $33,700 $116,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Price Changed $287,000 -1.7% $229 / Sq Ft
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Price Changed $292,000 -2.6% $232 / Sq Ft
03/03/2025 03/03/25 For Sale $299,900 +47.0% $239 / Sq Ft
12/06/2019 12/06/19 Sold $204,000 -5.1% $162 / Sq Ft
12/06/2019 12/06/19 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2019 10/04/19 For Sale $214,900 -- $171 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $164,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Special Warranty Deed $107,500 --
Sheriffs Deed $110,058 --
Warranty Deed $117,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $156,870 VA
Closed $162,050 VA
Closed $170,400 VA
Previous Owner $9,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $118,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $86,400 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $113,400 No Value Available
Closed $21,600 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 712775

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-01800000000