5905 Walnut Hill Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50312
About This Home
Welcome to Waterbury! This charming home offers over 2,000 finished square feet and a beautiful screened porch—perfect for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests. Thoughtfully updated for comfort and peace of mind, the home features a new roof (March 2025), along with newer AC, furnace, water heater, sump pump, gutters, and fresh interior paint. The kitchen is both functional and inviting with maple cabinetry, a gas stove, and a hood vent. The spacious living room is filled with character, showcasing crown molding, hardwood floors, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. A main-floor bedroom adds flexibility—ideal for a home office, den, or guest space. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, plus an exciting opportunity to add a future rooftop deck off the primary bedroom. The finished lower level expands your living space with a large rec room featuring a second fireplace, a fourth nonconforming bedroom, an additional bathroom, and a dedicated laundry area. Step outside to enjoy a private backyard, all nestled in the highly desirable Waterbury neighborhood—one of Des Moines’ most sought-after locations, known for its charm, convenience, and tree-lined streets.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1938
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick,Cement Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 470
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,512
- Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 09002538000000
- Zoning: RES
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 10,105 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 178.4
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
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,123 | $25,476 |
| Home Insurance * | $283 | $3,396 |
| Property Taxes | $631 | $7,572 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $3,158 | $37,896 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-07 | Price change | $435,000 |
| 2026-03-26 | Listed for sale | $445,000 |
| 2022-06-29 | Sold | $365,000 |
| 2022-05-21 | Pending sale | $364,900 |
| 2022-05-20 | Price change | $364,900 |
| 2022-05-05 | Listed for sale | $370,000 |
| 2022-04-28 | Pending sale | $370,000 |
| 2022-04-28 | Listed for sale | $370,000 |
| 2021-11-19 | Sold | $345,000 |
| 2021-10-18 | Pending sale | $345,000 |
| 2021-10-14 | Listed for sale | $345,000 |
| 2014-02-18 | Sold | $260,000 |
| 2014-01-11 | Listed for sale | $260,000 |
| 2013-11-19 | Listing removed | $260,000 |
| 2013-11-10 | Price change | $260,000 |
| 2013-10-31 | Listed for sale | $265,000 |
| 2007-06-04 | Sold | $270,500 |
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