Adorable story and a half bungalow in Valley Junction at an affordable price! This home has recently had a number of updates including a new roof, gutters, siding, air conditioning unit, and offers a newer water softener and shed. Entering you’ll find a comfortable family room with hardwood flooring. The kitchen offers all appliances included, including the gas range, and a tiled backsplash. The main level is rounded off with two bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full bathroom with tiled tub/shower. Upstairs is a large third bedroom or perfect space for an office or second family room. The unfinished basement has a laundry area with washer/dryer included and plenty of space for storage and/or workshop or workout space. The backyard has plenty of space for dogs, kids, or outdoor activities. All of this in a great Valley Junction location with good walkability to the farmers market, American Legion Park, and close proximity to bike/walking trails! This home is centrally located with easy access to interstate, Ingersoll, downtown, schools, and all the amenities of West Des Moines!
Sold for $225,000 on 05/28/25
$225,000
229 Prospect Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,128sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
6,795.36 Square Feet Lot
$225,800 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$1,574 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 30, 2025 at 06:41am
Listed by:
James Von Gillern (515)321-2595,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Steve Booth
BHHS First Realty Westown
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 711478
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,128
- Total interior livable area: 1,128 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Exterior features: Storage
Lot
- Size: 6,795 sqft
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 32002952000000
- Zoning: SF-VJ
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Services availability

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