$438,000
SOLD MAY 14, 2025

924 S 26th St West Des Moines, IA 50265

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,916 Sq Ft
0.57 Acres

Recently Sold

$229 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Jordan Creek Elementary School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of May 2025

Custom designed & built ranch for this visionary owner in 1989 - 1990. Interior architecturally forward for the time period. Volume ceilings. Southern exposure. Oversized windows and expansive decking system on entire back side. Quiet CUL-DE-SAC. Over 1/2 acre on park-like yard. Mature trees & Landscaping. Curb appeal. Front court yard. Entering the foyer you instantly see stunning WATER VIEWS of Racoon River. Massive Great Room w/vaulted ceilings. Fireplace flanked by 2 sets of 3 glass doors. Very unique kit. design: vaulted ceiling, palladium window, stone accent wall. Center island, granite counters, SS appliances , gas stove, tiled floors. Access 3 season sun porch. Opposite side of home - Primary suite w/ vaulted ceiling, window seat, RIVER VIEWS, walk-in closet & direct access to outside deck. Ensuite: High ceilings, private commode, huge walk-in shower plus ldry area. 2nd BR or office & Full BA. WALKOUT LL est'd 800 finished ft. per Seller (not on Assessor's pg.). Many living options. 2nd Great Rm mirrors main flr design with large glass drs on both side of frplc. 2 nice sized BRS. Full Bath. Storage rm w/egress windows easy to finish for exercise /BR. Numerous closets & storage options. New driveway and epoxy gar. flrs. approx 2 yrs ago. New sump pump. This neighborhood is minutes to shopping, restaurants, bike trails, 235 & I35. Amazing opportunity to update into true dream home. Being sold "AS IS".

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Vujnovich

American Home Sales, Inc Listed on: 04/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Bradshaw

Goldfinch Realty Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,892

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,916 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Window Egress

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Moyer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32002792168000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,892

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Homebuilder: Moyer
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 216.60
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 228.60
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Laminate Floors, Security System, Shades/Shutters, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1916
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 800
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season, Den
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1916
  • Total Sq Ft: 1916

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Open Patio, Screened Porch
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete, Cul-de-sac
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 552
  • Garage: 2 Attached

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: 0.5720
  • Lot S F: 24932
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32002792168000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 5891.53
  • Net Taxes: 5891.53

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
May 13, 2025
Sold by
Wittenstein Sharon R
Bought by
Bradshaw Joshua
Seller's Agent
Susan Vujnovich
American Home Sales, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Bradshaw
Goldfinch Realty Group
List Price
$415,000
Sold Price
$438,000
Premium/Discount to List
$23,000
5.54%
Views
77

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-42.62%
Original Mortgage
$452,400
Outstanding Balance
$452,400
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$38,067
Source: Public Records

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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 $438,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $438,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $452,400 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Sold $438,000 +5.5% $229 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $415,000 -- $217 / 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 $5,754 $371,600 $82,000 $289,600
2023 $5,774 $371,600 $82,000 $289,600
2022 $5,774 $302,400 $69,300 $233,100
2021 $5,610 $302,400 $69,300 $233,100
2020 $5,524 $283,000 $64,800 $218,200
2019 $5,480 $283,000 $64,800 $218,200
2018 $5,492 $270,800 $60,900 $209,900
2017 $5,382 $270,800 $60,900 $209,900
2016 $5,264 $257,900 $57,400 $200,500
2015 $5,264 $257,900 $57,400 $200,500
2014 $4,822 $241,200 $52,200 $189,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 714744

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-02792168000