1208 West St, West Des Moines, IA, 50315
About This Home
Investor opportunity featuring a duplex and single-family home situated on one parcel in South Des Moines. The front bungalow offers updated flooring, neutral paint tones, abundant natural light, two bedrooms, an updated full bathroom, functional kitchen space, basement storage, and detached garage access. The additional residence on the property provides added flexibility and income potential, making this a great option for investors or owner-occupants looking to offset expenses. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, downtown Des Moines, and major commuter routes. Property offers versatility, functionality, and strong investment potential in an established neighborhood.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Metal Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,876
- Total interior livable area: 1,876 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 12000941000000
- Zoning: N3B
Lot
- Lot size: 9,844 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 75 x 131
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached,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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- 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 | $1,163 | $13,956 |
| Home Insurance * | $163 | $1,956 |
| Property Taxes | $335 | $4,020 |
| Electricity | $139 | $1,679 |
| Total | $1,800 | $21,600 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-11 | Price change | $219,659 |
| 2026-06-03 | Price change | $230,000 |
| 2026-05-13 | Listed for sale | $240,000 |
| 2025-09-11 | Listing removed | $245,000 |
| 2025-04-10 | Listed for sale | $245,000 |
| 2024-11-23 | Listing removed | $1,200 |
| 2024-11-17 | Listed for rent | $1,200 |
| 2024-09-30 | Listing removed | $250,000 |
| 2024-06-18 | Listed for sale | $250,000 |
| 2023-12-29 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-11-18 | Price change | $265,000 |
| 2023-09-19 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
| 2022-09-02 | Sold | $290,000 |
| 2022-07-18 | Pending sale | $295,000 |
| 2022-07-13 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
| 2021-03-30 | Sold | $172,500 |
| 2021-02-12 | Pending sale | $175,000 |
| 2021-02-12 | Listed for sale | $175,000 |
| 1992-06-30 | Sold | $55,000 |
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