Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow nestled just blocks from the heart of Historic Valley Junction! Enjoy the convenience of entertainment, dining, shopping and community events all just a short stroll from your front door. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or savvy investor, this home is bursting with opportunity. With key updates already taken care of – including brand-new water heater (2024), new roof and siding (spring & fall 2023), and a newer washer & dryer. Inside you’ll find a welcoming layout: a spacious living and dining area, a functional kitchen, and a bonus nook in the back – ideal as a laundry room or drop zone. Step outside to a fully fenced, generous backyard, perfect for entertaining, gardening, or even future improvements. With low-maintenance updates, prime location and great rental potential, this home is an opportunity to own in one of West Des Moines’ most beloved neighborhoods. Home is being sold AS IS - It has had recent electrical, hvac servicing, roof was replaced in 2023 & recently evaluated. This home is within the NFC Lending & Historic WDM Housing Fund map.
For sale
Price cut: $8K (7/25)
$167,000
420 9th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
2beds
832sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
7,230.96 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Welcoming layoutBonus nookFully fenced generous backyardNew roof and sidingNewer washer and dryerBrand-new water heaterFunctional kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 25, 2025 at 07:11am
Listed by:
Tiffan Yamen (515)205-8122,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Espinosa, Yahaira 515-943-5885,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 720533
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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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
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 832
- Total interior livable area: 832 sqft
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,230.96 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 03738000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $123,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,023
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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