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1725 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

2beds
2baths
1,189sqft
$230,000
$193price/sqft
$1,681/moest. monthly cost
$67,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

West Des Moines Brick Beauty, could use some cosmetic work, such as paint, removing carpet, and general cleaning overall. Features installed by the owner include newer roof, mechanicals, survivalist generator and basement water proofing. Unable to show paperwork for this work, thru the estate, and is being sold as is. Detached garage had heat and air installed but unknown condition. Fenced and turn around bricks in front yard. Assessed value is $254,000., to build equity fast. Appliances included but should be verified for operation. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Getting Around

65
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
44
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
6/10
4/10
Valley High SchoolGrades 10-121.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1954

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Unfinished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Dining Area,Eat-in Kitchen,Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Vinyl
  • Finished area below ground: 0

Heating & Cooling

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

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,189
  • Total interior livable area: 1,189 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 32003988000000
  • Zoning: R-1

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: Deck
  • Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.26 Acres
  • Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 75 x 150

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Attached,Detached,Garage,One Car Garage,Two 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

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Strong Wind
Cold Wave
Hail
Heat Wave
Tornado
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 $1,163$13,956
Home Insurance *$136$1,632
Property Taxes $261$3,132
Electricity $121$1,452
Total$1,681$20,172
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$57,634/yr
40% on housing$50,430/yr
45% on housing$44,826/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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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: 12.2%
12.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.3%
-2.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$193This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 50265$209
Polk County$193

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 50265$209
Polk County$213

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
2026-05-19Listed for sale$230,000
2026-05-06Listing removed$245,000
2026-04-17Price change$245,000
2026-02-26Price change$252,900
2026-01-28Price change$254,900
2025-12-10Listed for sale$259,900
2019-08-15Sold$162,000
2019-06-11Pending sale$162,000
2019-05-28Price change$162,000
2018-11-15Listed for sale$175,000
2013-08-01Sold$47,612

For Sale by Agent

AgentMary Hamilton Ross
BrokerageRE/MAX Precision

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