$139,900

5242 Dakota Dr West Des Moines, IA 50265

Estimated payment $1,266/month

Total Views 647
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,008 Sq Ft
$139 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Crossroads Park Elementary School Rated A-
  • Shades
  • Community Storage Space

About This Home

Step inside this charming and unique 2BR/2BA home in a highly desirable location near everything in West Des Moines! This home is refreshed and move-in ready with an updated kitchen, new carpet, fresh paint throughout and new ceiling texture on the main level! The updated kitchen includes soft close cabinets/drawers, newer SS appliances and just installed GFCI outlets. Also updated are the Water Heater(2020) and Roof/Gutters(2023). On the upper level you have 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and laundry. On the main level you have a large living area, half bath, fireplace and walk out onto your newly resurfaced deck overlooking a large green space with no shared unit to the South. Walk down the newly carpeted steps to your tuck under heated garage and private storage closet. Utilities are impressively low at $55/mo for Gas/Electric!

Listing Agent

Joel Goetsch

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 08/21/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Co-Listing Agent

Rob Ellerman

RE/MAX Concepts

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,144

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 630 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 18x35

HOA Fees

  • $325 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,008 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32004947522003

Community Details

Overview

  • Tripplet Keri Eddy HOA, Phone Number (515) 232-5240
  • The community has rules related to renting

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Additional Features

  • Community Storage Space
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,144

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$325 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 138.79
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Flr Laundry, Laminate Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 504
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1008
  • Total Sq Ft: 1008

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air
  • Services: Exterior Maint./Bldg., Lawn Care, Snow Removal

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Extra Storage, Pet Restrictions, Rent Restrictions, Snow Removal
  • HOA Name: Dakota Townhome Association
  • Management Firm: Tripplet Keri Eddy HOA
  • Management Firm Phone: (515) 232-5240

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 325.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0140
  • Lot S F: 630
  • Lot Size: 18X35
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32004947522003
  • Zoning: PUD

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: 2143.52
  • Net Taxes: 1978.03
  • 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 $1,938 $132,700 $14,400 $118,300
2023 $1,992 $132,700 $14,400 $118,300
2022 $1,966 $112,000 $12,200 $99,800
2021 $1,950 $112,000 $12,200 $99,800
2020 $1,916 $105,800 $12,200 $93,600
2019 $1,756 $105,800 $12,200 $93,600
2018 $1,756 $94,200 $11,600 $82,600
2017 $1,756 $94,200 $11,600 $82,600
2016 $1,714 $91,600 $12,000 $79,600
2015 $1,714 $91,600 $12,000 $79,600
2014 $1,646 $90,100 $13,300 $76,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2025 08/21/25 For Sale $139,900 -- $139 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $83,000 --
Warranty Deed $73,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $10,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $16,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $82,252 FHA
Previous Owner $71,780 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 724758

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-04947522003