709 21st Street West Des Moines, IA 50265

Single Family Detached MLS #: 712991 Courtesy Of Realty ONE Group Impact

$285,000

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,777 sq ft
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Est. Property Tax: $4,297
Estimated monthly payments: $1,604/mo.* (recalculate)

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Location, location, location! This 3 bedroom home is tucked away in a mature West Des Moines neighborhood and within walking distance to Fairmeadows Elementary School! This home features over 1,700 sq ft on the main floor with an updated kitchen and stainless steel appliances, sunken living room with a beautiful gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and built-ins, formal dining room, 3 bedrooms and 2 updated bathrooms (one with jacuzzi tub). The freshly painted basement has plenty of space for storage and additional finish. Outside, the insulated detached garage with finished walls and ceilings allows room for work and toys, and the partially fenced yard provides enough space for outdoor fun! If that's not enough, this home has a newer roof (2002) and water heater (2024), and all appliance are included! Plus, this home is close to Valley Junction, parks, shopping, and so much more! Schedule your private showing today!
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Features

  • Age: Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities: Deck
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Exterior Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Fireplace: Fireplace
  • Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Heating System: Fireplace
  • Lot Size: 0.21 Acres
  • Roof Type: Asphalt

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School Information

709 21st Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Elementary School
Grades PK-6 | Public School
FAIRMEADOWS ELEMENTARY
West Des Moines, IA 50265
807 23rd St
515.­633.6500
Distance: 0.2 mi
School Rating
B-
Student:Teacher Ratio
17:1
Total Students
565
Middle School
Grades 7-8 | Public School
STILWELL JUNIOR HIGH
West Des Moines, IA 50265
1601 Vine St
515.­633.6000
Distance: 0.5 mi
School Rating
C
Student:Teacher Ratio
15:1
Total Students
698
High School
Grades 9 | Public School
VALLEY SOUTHWOODS FRESHMAN HIGH SCHOOL
West Des Moines, IA 50265
625 S 35th St
515.­633.4500
Distance: 1.6 mi
School Rating
C-
Student:Teacher Ratio
16:1
Total Students
687
High School
Grades 10-12 | Public School
VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
West Des Moines, IA 50266
3650 Woodland Ave
515.­633.4000
Distance: 1.2 mi
School Rating
B
Student:Teacher Ratio
18:1
Total Students
2047
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Sacred Heart School 0.4 mi Private KG-8
Walnut Creek Campus 1.1 mi Public 9-12 F
Hillside Elementary 1.2 mi Public KG-6 B
Western Hills Elementary 1.2 mi Public PK-6 D
Shepherds Flock Early Learning Center 1.2 mi Private PK-KG
Dowling Catholic High School 1.3 mi Private 9-12
Airazi Academy 1.5 mi Private PK-3
Learning Resource Center 1.5 mi Public PK
Montessori Children's House 1.6 mi Private PK-2
Indian Hills Junior High 1.8 mi Public 7-8 B-
Jordan Creek Elementary 1.9 mi Public PK-6 C
Crossroads Park Elementary 2.0 mi Public KG-6 B-
Hanawalt Elementary School 2.1 mi Public KG-5 C-
Clive Learning Academy 2.2 mi Public PK-6 B
Crestview School Of Inquiry 2.2 mi Public PK-6 C-
Windsor Elementary School 2.3 mi Public KG-5 C
This information is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied on in making any home-buying decisions. School information does not guarantee enrollment. Contact a local real estate professional or the school district(s) for current information on schools. This information is not intended for use in determining a person's eligibility to attend a school or to use or benefit from other city, town or local services.

Demographic Data

West Des Moines, IA 50265

Median Age: 38.7
Married: 45%
Number of Households: 14,145
Households with Children: 28.8%
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