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8943 Nelle Ln, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

4beds
3baths
2,322sqft
$384,900
$166price/sqft
$2,801/moest. monthly cost
$112,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

A fantastic opportunity to own a spacious zero entry, corner unit townhome in one of West Des Moines' most convenient areas. The main floor features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private bath and tiled shower. The kitchen includes shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, a large peninsula with seating for four and tons of countertop space. Upstairs, the bonus room with its own full bathroom is ideal for a home office, guest suite, workout room, or private retreat. Step outside to the fenced patio, a great place to relax or spend time with family and friends. 2 car attached garage! The HOA covers exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, irrigation, trash service, and recreational amenities including a pool, pickleball court, and clubhouse. This is a truly low maintenance home in the ideal location, just minutes from Jordan Creek shopping, restaurants, and all that West Des Moines has to offer! All information obtained from seller and public record.

Getting Around

3
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
13
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
4/10
Timberline SchoolGrades 8-93.0 mi
7/10
Waukee Senior High SchoolGrades 10-124.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2019

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Stone,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Townhouse,Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Features

  • Dining Area,Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas,Vented
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

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

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,322
  • Total interior livable area: 2,322 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1622229035
  • Zoning: R

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Open,Patio
  • Exterior features: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 5,227 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Drought
Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,946$23,352
Home Insurance *$185$2,220
Property Taxes $497$5,964
Electricity $173$2,078
Total$2,801$33,612
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$96,034/yr
40% on housing$84,030/yr
45% on housing$74,693/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,021Commercial: 22
Total Premiums$1.14M
Total Exposure$85.68M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 12.3%
12.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.0%
0.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$166This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 50266$240
Dallas County$242

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 50266$249
Dallas County$261

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-16Listed for sale$384,900
2020-05-29Sold$332,877
2019-09-26Listing removed$324,900
2019-09-25Pending sale$324,900
2019-08-20Listed for sale$324,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentJay Elsberry
BrokerageRE/MAX Precision

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