#709343, RICK WANAMAKER, Listing Office: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Property details
About 485 S 19th St
Rare opportunity to purchase nearly 4 acres of prime West Des Moines Real Estate. Ground is currently zoned RM-12, which will allow up to 75 multi family units. Property is located a short distance from bike trails, grocery, shopping, and Raccoon River Park. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Highlights
Home typeOther
StatusActive
Lot size3.841 Acres
MLS #694547
Summary
- List Price: $1,000,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,070
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Irregular Lot
- Directions: From Railroad Avenue take a left onto Fuller. Take a right onto South 19th Street and the land will be on your left.
- Lot Size: 3.841 Acres
- MLS Number: 694547
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
- Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
- Office Email: info@precisiondsm.com
- Listing Agent: Jason Rude
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 01, 2020 | Home Sold | $47,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $66,000 | $1,070 |
| 2021 | $55,900 | $1,070 |
| 2020 | $54,200 | $1,070 |
| 2019 | $54,200 | $1,024 |
| 2018 | $49,900 | $1,024 |
| 2017 | $49,900 | $694 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Fairmeadows Elementary
Public District PK-6
1.3 mi
•807 23rd St
5
Jordan Creek Elementary
Public District PK-6
1.4 mi
•4105 Fuller Rd
6
Hillside Elementary
Public District KG-6
1.6 mi
•713 8th 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 $37,181. Residents of West Des Moines, IA typically earn less than $<35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
48%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
7%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
61%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
36%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Continuing Education Courses
NBA/WNBA
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Chico's
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Qdoba
Starbucks
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Pontiac
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
News
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Living in West Des Moines, IA
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About 485 S 19th St
The listing price of 485 S 19th St property is $1,000,000.
The property 485 S 19th St is land located in West Des Moines, Iowa, 50265.
Active Listing: 485 S 19th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 485 S 19th St are: Fairmeadows Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Jordan Creek Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hillside Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Stilwell Junior High (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Indian Hills Junior High (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Valley Southwoods Freshman High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,070 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 1, 2020 for $47,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 485 S 19th St is 3.841 acres.
This home is located at 485 S 19th St in West Des Moines, IA and zip code 50265. Features: 0 bedroom, 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 2, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,000,000.
While more than 16 listings in West Des Moines, IA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 16 listings sold at asking price, and more than 38 were sold below. In April 2025 in West Des Moines, IA there were 1.5% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025 median list price was $316,377 and the average listing age was 57 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.