1309 20th St, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

About This Home

This beautiful West Des Moines two-story brick colonial home has tons of charm and character, along with high-end features. This large home is 2450 sq. ft. on the first two stories, and 1000 sq. ft. on finished lower walk-out level. Updates include: An updated kitchen with stainless Whirlpool appliances, white cabinets, beautiful quartz countertops and subway tile backsplash; new Maytag washer and dryer; new wood-look LVP flooring in entry, hallways, half bath, family room and throughout eat-in kitchen; updated carpet on first and second floors; open concept layout from kitchen to family room that features brick fireplace and white wood paneled walls; new carpet in lower level with wet bar; modern touches such new paint, oil-rubbed light fixtures and hardware; and recently updated exterior paint and roof. Newly updated bathrooms complete the modern look: updated vanities/cabinets/sinks and light fixtures in all bathrooms, and an updated tiled shower with a glass door in the primary bath. You'll also get the charm of this classic West Des Moines home, which was featured in one of the first Des Moines Home Shows: arched brick feature in kitchen; white brick wall in master bedroom; tiled shower in master bath, and tiled bathtub on second level; crown molding, chair rails and French doors throughout; large finished walk-out lower level with brick wet bar; a huge 92-ft quarter acre lot with mature, large trees, backing up to recently renovated Pearson Park and the West Des Moines trail system; extensive landscaping surrounds the original brick and limestone patio, which provides lovely outdoor space; beautiful original iron light fixtures and exterior brickwork that gives this home great curb appeal. The location is perfect, with access in minutes to I-235, close to West Des Moines shopping as well as downtown Des Moines. This home is in the Fairmeadows Elementary, Indian Hills Junior High, and Valley School district zones. Also, it's just minutes to Sacred Heart Catholic School and Dowling Catholic High School.