$170,000

300 Walnut St Unit 1505 Des Moines, IA 50309

Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,765/month

Total Views 7,232
1 Bed
1 Bath
750 Sq Ft
$227 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Covered Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Sauna

About This Home

Fantastic views of downtown and sunsets! Live the good life on the 15th floor. The Plaza, a 25 story high-rise, is an ideal downtown Des Moines location! Includes one heated underground parking space. Condo has all new LVP flooring. Large bedroom. Updated bathroom. Kitchen has lots of storage and conveniently opens to the dining area. The living room has a windowed wall and opens to a private balcony - perfect for enjoying fresh air and those amazing views. Plaza living has so many amenities: A fitness center with sauna, outdoor swimming pool, basketball, tennis and pickleball courts, heated parking with extra storage, outdoor cooking area, community room with kitchen, relaxing sundeck and Skywalk access. Also included: internet, Dish TV, heat, AC, water, sewer, package delivery reception, washer/dryer, garbage, exterior insurance, security, and daily concierge. Only monthly expense is electricity and HOA fee. It's like sleeping in a posh hotel every single night!

Listing Agent

Donna Meador

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 07/07/2025

Century 21 Signature

Co-Listing Agent

Roy Meador

Century 21 Signature

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,514

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $570 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 750 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Home Gym
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Ramps

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Basketball Court
  • Covered Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Municipal Trash
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 020/02520-001-374

Community Details

Overview

  • First Service Residential Association, Phone Number (515) 280-9332
  • Built by Ted Glasrud
  • The community has rules related to renting

Amenities

  • Sauna
  • Community Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Snow Removal

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Security Service
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,514

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$570 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Homebuilder: Ted Glasrud
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 226.67
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Unit: 1505
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Drapes/Curtains, Laminate Floors, LVP, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Other Rooms: Exercise Room
  • Handicap Features: Ramp
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 750
  • Total Sq Ft: 750

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Basketball Court, Covered Deck, Deck, Open Patio, Tennis Court
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Pool: Inground, Heated
  • Roof: Metal
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Hot Water, See Remarks
  • Services: Cable, Exterior Maint./Bldg., Internet, Lawn Care, Recreational Facilities, Security Services, See Remarks, Snow Removal, Trash Service

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Center, Community Laundry, Community Swimming Pool, Exercise Room, Extra Storage, Pet Restrictions, Rent Restrictions, Sauna, Snow Removal, Tennis
  • HOA Name: The Plaza HOA
  • Management Firm: First Service Residential
  • Management Firm Phone: (515) 280-9332

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 570.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 020/02520-001-374
  • Zoning: dx1

Rental Info

  • Rent Restriction Description: Can not be leased out as short-term rental (no AirBNB)- -minimum 1 year lease, No smoking

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3514.00
  • Net Taxes: 3308.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $2,790 $152,300 $9,700 $142,600
2023 $3,222 $152,300 $9,700 $142,600
2022 $3,196 $145,600 $9,300 $136,300
2021 $3,116 $145,600 $9,300 $136,300
2020 $3,232 $133,500 $8,500 $125,000
2019 $3,030 $133,500 $8,500 $125,000
2018 $2,994 $121,300 $7,700 $113,600
2017 $2,628 $121,300 $7,700 $113,600
2016 $2,556 $105,700 $6,700 $99,000
2015 $2,556 $105,700 $6,700 $99,000
2014 $2,220 $95,600 $6,100 $89,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Sale $170,000 -- $227 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $108,500 --
Warranty Deed $93,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $103,550 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $88,825 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 721659

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001374

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50309 Downtown Des Moines

300 Walnut St Unit 1505, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 300 Walnut St Unit 1505, Des Moines, IA 50309 and is currently priced at $170,000, approximately $226 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 300 Walnut St Unit 1505 is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Walnut Street School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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