Don’t miss this adorable and affordable home in the heart of Valley Junction! Recent updates include roof shingles replaced just 4 years ago, plus a new furnace and central air installed in 2019. The spacious 2-car detached garage was built in 2004, offering great storage and functionality. Entering you’ll find a comfortable family room with original hardwood flooring. Charming kitchen including a gas range, microwave and refrigerator. The main level is rounded off with two bedrooms both with original hardwood floors, and a full bathroom with tiled tub/shower. The unfinished basement has a laundry area with washer/dryer included and plenty of space for storage and/or workshop or workout space. Outside, enjoy a generous backyard perfect for pets, kids, or weekend gatherings. Located in a walkable neighborhood near the Valley Junction farmers market, American Legion Park, and nearby bike/walking trails. You’ll also enjoy quick access to the interstate, Ingersoll, downtown, schools, and all that West Des Moines has to offer!
Sold for $185,000 on 08/26/25
$185,000
305 Hillside Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
5,488.56 Square Feet Lot
$185,600 Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$1,208 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 27, 2025 at 08:24am
Listed by:
Robin Von Gillern (515)240-0500,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Tiffany Renaud
Spire Real Estate
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 721896
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 768
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 5,488 sqft
- Dimensions: 55 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 32002885000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Services availability
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