$159,900

832 4th St West Des Moines, IA 50265

$1,899
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,020 sqft
0.2 acres
$157 / sqft
House

Property details

About 832 4th St

Vintage charm meets opportunity in this Valley Junction gem! Whether you're dreaming of your first investment property or a stylish short-term rental, this 2-bed bungalow has the bones, the perfect canvas & the location to shine. Original hardwoods (under carpet), a stunning fireplace with built-ins, and a dining room full of character set the stage. Relax on the screened porch or take a stroll to nearby Val Air Ballroom, local shops in Valley Junction offering dining & year long events. The oversized 2-car garage is perfect for storage or future workshop space. Add your personal flair and watch the value grow! The charm is already here — it just needs your touch. House roof, furnace & AC were replaced in 2014.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,020 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.174 Acres
Year built1924
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #715757
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning

Summary

  • MLS Number: 715757
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Century 21 Signature
  • Office Phone: (515) 208-2255
  • Listing Agent: Jennifer Clark

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$159,900

832 4th St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 31, 2021
Home Sold
$610,000
Jul 24, 2017
Home Sold
$130,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$184,000$2,624
2021$154,900$2,624
2020$141,600$2,624
2019$141,600$2,630
2018$128,100$2,630
2017$128,100$2,554

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Hillside Elementary

Public District KG-6

0.2 mi

713 8th St

3

Hanawalt Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

225 56th St

5

Windsor Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

5912 University Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,272. Typical income of West Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
71%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

44%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • WingstopWingstop
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • NissanNissan
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Living in West Des Moines, IA

About 832 4th St

This home is located at 832 4th St in West Des Moines, IA and zip code 50265. This 1,020 square foot home, which was built in 1924, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $159,900.

West Des Moines, IA housing market in March 2025 saw over 4 listings sold above listed price, more than 19 sold at listed price and over 40 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in West Des Moines, IA between February and March 2025 increased by 8.3%. In March 2025 median list price was $316,217 and the average listing age was 67 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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