5408 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA, 50266
About This Home
Welcome to easy living in this well-maintained ranch-style townhome in the desirable Vista Drive community of West Des Moines—where neighbors tend to stay for years thanks to the comfortable lifestyle and convenient location. This move-in ready home features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a recently updated en-suite bathroom in the spacious primary suite. The layout offers a bright and inviting living room centered around a cozy fireplace, along with a formal dining area that’s perfect for everyday meals or entertaining guests. Step outside to enjoy the private back patio, an ideal space for relaxing or enjoying morning coffee. Downstairs, you’ll find a large unfinished basement offering excellent storage and the opportunity to finish the space to suit your needs—whether that’s a family room, hobby space, or additional living area. Homes in this community rarely become available because residents love the quiet setting, low-maintenance lifestyle, and convenient access to everything West Des Moines has to offer.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1986
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Townhouse,Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,188
- Total interior livable area: 1,188 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 32000681103000
- Zoning: res
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 8,058 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached,Garage,One Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
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 | $905 | $10,860 |
| Home Insurance * | $86 | $1,032 |
| Property Taxes | $220 | $2,640 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,332 | $15,984 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-07 | Listed for sale | $184,000 |
| 2025-11-22 | Listing removed | $184,700 |
| 2025-09-09 | Price change | $184,700 |
| 2025-08-14 | Listed for sale | $187,700 |
| 2013-04-10 | Sold | $91,700 |
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