This charming home in historic West Des Moines offers a nostalgic nod to small-town living with a welcoming front porch directly across from a city park! Inside, the 3-bedroom, 1.5-story home has been thoughtfully updated with new windows and flooring throughout the living room and TV/dining room. The main floor features a spacious primary bedroom and convenient laundry. A second main-level bedroom is perfect for an office or guest room, while the large third bedroom upstairs provides additional privacy and space. Step out the back door onto a large deck that overlooks a generous, flat backyard?ideal for outdoor entertaining or play. There is a detached two-car garage with basketball hoop. Located within walking distance to the vibrant Valley Junction district with more than 100 businesses, shops and restaurants and a weekly Farmers Market. Wilson Park is across the street and connects by a trail to Holiday Park water park and ball fields just a few blocks away. Zoned for Hillside Elementary, Stilwell Junior High, and Valley High School, this home is a wonderful blend of character, comfort, and convenience. Seller including a 1-year home warranty.
Sold for $240,000 on 07/25/25
$240,000
221 9th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,404sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1932
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$239,400 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$1,831 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 25, 2025 at 01:58pm
Listed by:
Martha Miller Johnson (515)480-1583,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Deanna Lane
BHHS First Realty Westown
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 721136
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,404
- Total interior livable area: 1,404 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,840 sqft
- Dimensions: 54 x 145
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32003756000000
- Zoning: SF-VJ
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1932
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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