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277 S 79th St Unit 501, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

2beds
3baths
1,614sqft
$235,000
$146price/sqft
$1,714/moest. monthly cost
$68,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Tucked into the serene Villas at Bridgewood Pointe in West Des Moines, this 2-story townhome offers a comfortable blend of style & function. The main level welcomes you with vaulted ceilings, expansive windows that fill the home with natural light, & a cozy gas fireplace that adds warmth & ambiance. A designated dining area flows effortlessly to the outdoor patio, ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings. The spacious kitchen showcases granite countertops, designer backsplash, abundant cabinetry, pantry & stainless steel appliances. A 1/2 bath, utility room & access to the attached 2-car garage complete the main level with thoughtful convenience. The second level features an open loft, offering versatile space for a home office, fitness area or additional living. The oversized primary suite impresses with 2 closets & a fully renovated en-suite. The second level also includes a generous secondary bedroom with an oversized closet, a tastefully updated guest bath & convenient upstairs laundry area. Enjoy newer HVAC, water heater, a reverse osmosis system & window coverings throughout for added comfort, piece-of-mind & convenience. Ideally located near Jordan Creek Mall, fine dining, shopping & entertainment, and with HOA covering exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal & clubhouse amenities--this exceptional residence delivers low-maintenance luxury. Don't miss this rare opportunity to make it yours.

Getting Around

34
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
42
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
4/10
Timberline SchoolGrades 8-92.9 mi
7/10
Waukee Senior High SchoolGrades 10-123.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2002

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Construction materials: Stone

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Property subType: Townhouse,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl,Carpet
  • Fireplace features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 1,614

Full Bathroom

  • Level: Upper

Half Bathroom

  • Level: Main

Heating & Cooling

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

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,614
  • Total interior livable area: 1,614 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Laundry

  • Level: Upper

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bathroom

  • Level: Upper

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Upper

Other

  • Level: Main

Rec Room

  • Level: Upper

Utility Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1614205033
  • Zoning: R
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

  • Features: Level

Parking

  • Parking features: Garage
  • Has garage: Yes

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

  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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

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 $1,188$14,256
Home Insurance *$113$1,356
Property Taxes $292$3,504
Electricity $121$1,452
Total$1,714$20,568
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$58,765/yr
40% on housing$51,420/yr
45% on housing$45,706/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

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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

$146This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 50266$241
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
2026-05-10Listed for sale$235,000
2022-03-09Sold$224,900
2022-01-31Pending sale$224,900
2018-06-04Sold$166,500
2017-08-14Sold$166,000
2017-07-24Pending sale$167,500
2017-07-21Listed for sale$167,500
2014-05-25Listing removed$146,000
2014-04-11Pending sale$146,000
2014-02-24Listed for sale$146,000
2007-10-29Sold$146,000
2006-04-28Sold$160,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentShana Wells
BrokerageWeichert, Realtors®-Miller & Clark Agency

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