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#713239, Nienkerk, Justin, Listing Office: RE/MAX Precision
$1,499,000 List price
1608 S 43rd St West Des Moines, IA 50265
$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
3,523 sqft
1.1 acres
$425 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1608 S 43rd St
Located on a 1-acre wooded cul-de-sac lot in Quail Park, an upscale neighborhood in West Des Moines, is this 5,200 SF 2 story home with a 16’x40’ fiberglass saltwater heated swimming pool, installed in 2020, that features built-in spa and shallow wade-in area, which is great for younger kids to play, or adults to lounge in the water, plus there are steps in the water to walk gradually into the deeper end. There is also an outdoor fire pit, fireplace, and outdoor projector. The house features 5 BRs, 4.5 baths, with finished walk-out basement, formal dining, two offices on the first floor (one is very private for work from home). The kitchen has an island, Sub-Zero refrigerator and gas cook top. There is also a drop zone from the garage, first floor laundry room, double split stair way, elegant circle drive for easy pick-up or drop-off. The finished walk-out basement has 1,700 SF finished including a very large 18’x36’ rec room with a fireplace, separate video room, an exercise room, a 5th bedroom and ¾ bath. Quail Park homes aren’t for sale very often. Better take a look right away.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,523 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.078 Acres
Year built1994
ParkingAttached, Garage, Three Car Garage
MLS #710724
Attached garage3 spaces
FireplaceGas Log
Summary
- MLS Number: 710724
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
- Office Phone: (515) 771-2412
- Listing Agent: RICK WANAMAKER
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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $656,300 | $11,214 |
| 2021 | $621,600 | $11,214 |
| 2020 | $576,500 | $11,214 |
| 2019 | $576,500 | $11,196 |
| 2018 | $554,000 | $11,196 |
| 2017 | $554,000 | $11,092 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Jordan Creek Elementary
Public District PK-6
1.0 mi
•4105 Fuller Rd
6
Westridge Elementary
Public District PK-6
2.1 mi
•5500 Ep True Pkwy
3
Western Hills Elementary
Public District PK-6
2.2 mi
•600 39th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $107,143. The majority of West Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
10%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
27%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
26%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Brooks Brothers
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Acura
Lexus
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Sports
Alternative
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Living in West Des Moines, IA
About 1608 S 43rd St
This home is located at 1608 S 43rd St in West Des Moines, IA and zip code 50265. This 3,523 square foot home, which was built in 1994, sits on a 1.08 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,499,000.
In February 2025, from all listings sold in West Des Moines, IA there were more than 6 sold above asking price, over 30 sold below and more than 11 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in West Des Moines, IA decreased by 2.2% between January and February 2025. In February 2025, listings were on the market for 52 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $315,594.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.