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1500 Mountain Ave, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

$285,000

Home List Price

$3,384*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,758 SqFt
$162/SqFt
House
Schools Nearby

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1500 Mountain Ave, West Des Moines$285,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$3,384*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1953
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceWood Burning
MLS #693166
Lot Size0.23 Acres
StatusActive

About 1500 Mountain Ave

Great location within walking distance to Sacred Heart and Stillwell. Over 1700 square feet on main floor with 3 BR’s and 1 bath, 1 bedroom is currently being used as an office and the flex room is being used as a 2nd office. The dining room is open the living room w/fireplace. The family room has a woodburning stove and great southern exposure. The master bedroom is large and has a large walk-in closet. The bathroom has a laundry shoot which is super convenient! The basement has great potential with a partially finished rec room and a non-conforming bedroom. The laundry area is open to a sink and toilet which could be finished off. The storage room is very spacious with shelving. The oversize 2 car garage is tandem style. All appliances in the kitchen are included, as well as the refrigerator, freezer, washer and dryer in the basement. The fenced yard, vinyl siding and roof new in 2022 make for comfortable living! An HSA Warranty is included for Buyer's peace of mind. Buyers will receive a $2,000 buyer credit with an acceptable offer.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Living Area: 1,758 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
  • Office Phone: (515) 453-5195
  • Listing Agent: CONNIE RIDGWAY

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fully Fenced

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.23 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Valley High School, Public District Grades 10-12
  • Stilwell Junior High School, Public District Grades 7-8
  • Hillside Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-6

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Ashworth turn South on 15th, home at corner of 15th & Mountain.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $285,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $162/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,884
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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West Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$312.1K

Med. Price/SqFt

$197

Avg. Days On Market

49

# of Sold Homes

73

1500 Mountain Ave vs West Des Moines

17 DAYS ON ROCKET

-32 Days

$285,000

-$27.1K Less

$162/SqFt

-$35 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $27.1K less than the Median Sold Price and $35/SqFt less than other homes in West Des Moines, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #693166

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
  • Office Phone: (515) 453-5195
  • Listing Agent: CONNIE RIDGWAY

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 06, 2018Home Sold
$193,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$3,884$228,900
2020$3,884$205,400
2019$3,702$205,400
2018$3,702$189,000
2017$3,558$189,000

History based on county public records data.

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$1,490

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$921

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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6
/10

  • Hillside Elementary School

  • 713 8th St

  • 0.63 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Stilwell Junior High School

  • 1601 Vine St

  • 0.20 miles

  • Public District Grades 7-8

High School

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6
/10

  • Valley High School

  • 3650 Woodland Ave

  • 1.64 miles

  • Public District Grades 10-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,750. The majority of West Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1500 Mountain Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1500 Mountain Ave property is $285,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1500 Mountain Ave is a house located in West Des Moines, Iowa, 50265.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1500 Mountain Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1500 Mountain Ave are:
Hillside Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
Stilwell Junior High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Valley High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $3,884 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 6, 2018 for $193,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1500 Mountain Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1500 Mountain Ave is 1,758 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1500 Mountain Ave is 1953.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›West Des Moines›50265›1500 Mountain Ave

This home is located at 1500 Mountain Ave in West Des Moines, IA and zip code 50265. This 1,758 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 12, 2024 and is currently priced at $285,000.

In March 2024, from all listings sold in West Des Moines, IA there were more than 18 sold above asking price, over 43 sold below and more than 12 were sold right at the asked price. Between February 2024 and March 2024, West Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5.8%. While the average time on the market in March 2024 was 49 days, the median list price was $312,130.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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