Prepare to be amazed by this completely updated midcentury modern ranch in the heart of West Des Moines! Finding a home like this, with a **three-car detached garage**, is a rare gem. This spacious garage is ready to be transformed into your personal retreat—whether it’s a studio, workshop, or ultimate relaxation space. Perfectly situated near 22nd Street, 8th Street, Valley Junction, and Grand Avenue, you're only minutes from Jordan Creek or downtown.
Inside, you'll find everything updated, starting with **new HVAC and water heater (2023)**, and a fresh coat of Benjamin Moore paint both inside and out. Love details? You’ll adore the custom tile work in the kitchen and bathrooms, new modern bathroom fixtures, and sleek trim that flows throughout the home. The **landscaping** has been newly redone, complete with fresh plants, new gutters on both the house and garage, and a touch of elegance that complements the overall charm.
Stepping into the kitchen, the all-new **stainless steel Whirlpool appliances** sparkle, while the **new tile flooring** ties together the dining area, kitchen, and bathrooms. The basement features LVP flooring, while original hardwoods upstairs preserve the character. The **vintage downstairs kitchen** can easily become a mother-in-law suite or be removed for extra space—the choice is yours.
Everything has been thoughtfully updated, from the **electrical system** to some new plumbing. This home is truly a must-see!
For sale
Price cut: $20K (5/23)
$429,999
1208 16th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
4beds
1,668sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.39 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$258/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original hardwoodsNew modern bathroom fixturesSleek trimVintage downstairs kitchenNew tile flooringLvp flooringThree-car detached garage
- 256 days
- on Zillow |
- 884 |
- 30 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 9 hours ago
Listed by:
MARTHA T. LEBRON DYKEMAN (515)453-7200,
BHHS First Realty Westown
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 704442
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wet Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,668
- Total interior livable area: 1,668 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 170
Details
- Parcel number: 32002457000000
- Zoning: RS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $258/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $300,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,596
- Date on market: 9/20/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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