$484,600
$35K PRICE DROP

6542 Washington Ave Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Estimated payment $3,293/month

Total Views 4,181
5 Beds
4 Baths
2,643 Sq Ft
$183 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Tudor Architecture
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-story brick home on a double lot backing to a greenbelt and Cowles/Montessori. Custom-built with super-insulated wall construction for year-round energy efficiency. The main floor features an open layout with a spacious, updated kitchen, dining and living areas, family room with an efficient wood-burning fireplace, and a main floor primary suite with deck access. Upstairs offers 4 bedrooms (one with deck access), a full bath, and two large attic storage areas. The lower level includes a large workshop, exercise room, office, bar area, laundry, and bathroom. Recent updates include new flooring, new roof, new decks, fresh paint, and high-speed fiber optics. Enjoy the outdoors in the large vegetable garden or relax on one of the decks. The property also features an electrified outbuilding, a turnaround driveway, and 3 extra parking spaces. Located in desirable Windsor Heights, this home blends comfort, function, and convenience in a one-of-a-kind setting.

Listing Agent

Bradley Johnson

Keller Williams Legacy Group Listed on: 07/12/2025

Keller Williams Legacy Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,822

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 219
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,643 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Library

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached 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 292-01712000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,822

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Architecture: Tudor
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 183.35
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Hardwood Floors, LVP, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1259
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Library
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2643
  • Total Sq Ft: 2643

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 506
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4018
  • Lot S F: 17504
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 80 x 219
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 292-01712000000
  • Zoning: R2

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: 7822.00
  • Net Taxes: 7822.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Range of Values:

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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 $7,822 $434,400 $76,300 $358,100
2023 $7,570 $434,400 $76,300 $358,100
2022 $7,510 $349,600 $63,400 $286,200
2021 $7,408 $349,600 $63,400 $286,200
2020 $7,714 $317,800 $57,500 $260,300
2019 $7,658 $317,800 $57,500 $260,300
2018 $7,490 $291,600 $51,700 $239,900
2017 $6,924 $291,600 $51,700 $239,900
2016 $6,564 $262,200 $45,900 $216,300
2015 $6,564 $262,200 $45,900 $216,300
2014 $5,880 $236,800 $40,500 $196,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Price Changed $484,600 -3.1% $183 / Sq Ft
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Price Changed $499,900 -3.9% $189 / Sq Ft
07/12/2025 07/12/25 For Sale $520,000 -- $197 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 722187

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 292-01712000000