Recently Listed Open House 11/7 1pm - 3pm
1501 Locust Street
West Des Moines, IA, 50265 $ 249,900
Bedrooms2 Baths1.0 Sq 977 Monthly Estimate*
$ 1,726
for $249,900 with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This 977 square foot home was built in 1948 on a lot size of 0.34.
Welcome to this charming brick home in West Des Moines! Filled with character and an abundance of natural light, this home offers multiple windows throughout the main level, creating a bright and welcoming space. The main floor features a living room, two generously sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, a dedicated dining area, and a thoughtfully designed kitchen.The unfinished attic offers incredible potential and endless possibilities! Whether you envision a home office, bonus room, or even a private primary suite, this additional space is ready for your personal touch. Downstairs, the basement offers even more opportunity with a versatile split-room layout, plenty of storage and flexible living space. Create the perfect combination of a laundry area, workshop, recreation room, or additional living space to fit your needs. And the appeal doesn't stop with the home itself! Situated on over one-third of an acre, the property features an oversized garage with ample room to accommodate an RV. Plus, you'll love the convenient location just one mile from the shops, restaurants, and charm of Historic Valley Junction. With its classic brick character, spacious lot, oversized garage, and endless potential, this West Des Moines home is one you won't want to miss. Schedule your showing today! All information obtained from seller and public records.
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Open House
11/7/2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
1501 Locust Street West Des Moines, IA
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesGeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Zoning SF-VJ
Garage Spaces 2
Year Built 1948
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 320/01423-000-000
County Polk
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Garage Y/N true
Total Rooms 0
Full Baths 1
Status Active
City West Des Moines
High School District West Des Moines
MLS Area West Des Moines
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 15000
MLS Area Minor West Des Moines
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 217800
Legal Description LOT 26 CRESTLINE PLAT 2
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InteriorBasement Unfinished
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Above Grade Finished Area 977
Total Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 1
Heating-Forced Air true
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ExteriorWater Source Public
Lot Size Area 15000
Foundation Details Block
Building Area Total 977
Lot Size Acres 0.34
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$ 73,801 Median Income
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 11/4/2026 | $249,900 | | Listed Price |