123 7th St, West Des Moines, IA, 50265
About This Home
Storybook charm meets an unbeatable location in Historic Valley Junction! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a classic West Des Moines bungalow, situated just two blocks from the vibrant main strip of local shops, eateries, and weekly farmers markets. This 1.5-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,365 sq ft of living space, plus a full basement ready for storage or future finishes. The bright main floor features a highly desired open-concept living and kitchen area. Character shines throughout, from the cozy 3-season porch to the front and back decks perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Consider this home your ultimate blank canvas. It is move-in ready today, yet stands as the perfect framework for a custom remodel. Investors and buyers will love the detached garage, which qualifies for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) conversion—giving you the unique potential to build a secondary living space for rental income, guests, or a home office. Key Features Include: Perfect Location: 2 blocks to Valley Junction dining and shopping. Modern Layout: Open-concept kitchen and living area. ADU Potential: 2-car detached garage qualifies for ADU conversion. Outdoor Living: Front/back decks and fully fenced backyard. Bonus Spaces: 3-season porch and full basement. Presented completely as-is, there is plenty of room left in your budget to make this space your own. PRICED TO MOVE! Schedule your tour today before this opportunity is gone!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Asbestos
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,365
- Total interior livable area: 1,365 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 32004286000000
- Zoning: R
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Lot size: 7,230 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 145
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
- 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 | $930 | $11,160 |
| Home Insurance * | $108 | $1,296 |
| Property Taxes | $231 | $2,772 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,390 | $16,680 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Listed for sale | $184,000 |
| 2026-08-03 | Pending sale | $184,000 |
| 2026-06-17 | Listed for sale | $184,000 |
| 2023-11-27 | Sold | $150,000 |
| 2016-11-23 | Sold | $78,000 |
| 2016-10-26 | Listed for sale | $85,000 |
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