$228,500
SOLD AUG 13, 2025

555 SE Laurel St Unit 14 Waukee, IA 50263

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,436 Sq Ft
$314/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$159 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pond
  • Shades
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Grant Ragan Elementary Rated A
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2025

Updated Waukee two story townhouse in a quiet, pleasant neighborhood, overlooking a pond. 3+ beds and 3 bath with over 1900 sq ft of finish. This home has laminate flooring, carpet, agreeable grey paint, and stainless appliances. Really nice white subway backsplash tile in kitchen with white trim and cabinets. All appliances, washer/dryer are included. The second level consists of three spacious bedrooms full bath area and a master with own walk-in closet. The main level has a nice family room which has lots of natural light and a view of the pond. Dining area off the kitchen. In addition, the main level has a 1/2 bath, and laundry room. Dinning area has a slider to the patio. The lower level has a finished recreation room/or non-conforming bedroom, wet bar and another bathroom with tile floors. Lower level has a good size storage area as well. One year home warranty included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bob Ruby

Ruby Realty Group LLC Listed on: 07/08/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Ashley Meier

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,704

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 1,550 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 25x62

HOA Fees

  • $314 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,436 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Pond
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1234204004

Community Details

Overview

  • Westgate HOA, Phone Number (515) 778-7590

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,704

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$314 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 166.43
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 159.12
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Unit: 14
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, LVP, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 708
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 550
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1436
  • Total Sq Ft: 1436

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Pond
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 314.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • HOA Name: Westgate Townhomes
  • Management Firm: Westgate HOA
  • Management Firm Phone: (515) 778-7590

Schools

  • School District: Waukee

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0356
  • Lot S F: 1550
  • Lot Size: 25X62
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1234204004
  • Zoning: pud

Green Features

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

Rental Info

  • Rent Restriction Description: Yes See by-laws

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3704.00
  • Net Taxes: 3704.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Waukee

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2025
Closed on
Aug 13, 2025
Sold by
Christensen Amanda and Naset Adam
Bought by
Dillon John Matt and Dillon Marva
Seller's Agent
Bob Ruby
Ruby Realty Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Meier
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$228,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,500
-4.39%
Views
53

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.24%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2010
Sold by
Walsh Deborah S
Bought by
Thevenot Cheryl

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,735
Interest Rate
4.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $228,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $125,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $122,735 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Sold $228,500 -4.4% $159 / Sq Ft
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2025 07/08/25 For Sale $239,000 +46.6% $166 / Sq Ft
11/09/2017 11/09/17 Sold $163,000 -1.2% $114 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/24/2017 09/24/17 Pending -- -- --
09/14/2017 09/14/17 For Sale $164,900 -- $115 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $3,610 $221,450 $25,000 $196,450
2023 $3,610 $221,450 $25,000 $196,450
2022 $3,374 $185,730 $25,000 $160,730
2021 $3,374 $175,510 $25,000 $150,510
2020 $3,326 $166,760 $20,000 $146,760
2019 $3,256 $166,760 $20,000 $146,760
2018 $3,256 $155,390 $20,000 $135,390
2017 $3,286 $155,390 $20,000 $135,390
2016 $2,764 $150,880 $20,000 $130,880
2015 $2,686 $143,710 $0 $0
2014 $2,686 $137,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 721828

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 12-34-204-004