Charming, updated home in Historic Valley Junction! Step inside to find fresh LVP flooring, new carpet, updated lighting, and thoughtful improvements throughout. The inviting living room features a beautiful decorative fireplace and opens to a bright dining room and private sunroom- perfect for an office or cozy retreat. Main-level bedroom, half bathroom, and first-floor laundry add convenience. Upstairs offers two spacious bedrooms, including one with a huge primary closet, plus a full bath. The clean, dry basement provides great storage, workout or hobby space. Outside, enjoy fresh exterior paint, roof (2021), updated landscaping, and a fully fenced yard. Plenty of room for your toys with an oversized two-car garage + a spacious shed, both with new siding. All on a corner lot within walking distance to Valley Junction's shops, restaurants, and neighborhood events! Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $263,700 on 12/12/25
Zestimate®
$263,700
437 4th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3beds
1,471sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
7,710.12 Square Feet Lot
$263,700 Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$1,844 Estimated rent
Home value
$263,700
$251,000 - $277,000
$1,844/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 12, 2025 at 10:04am
Listed by:
Jessica Gilligan (515)975-4595,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 729057
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,471
- Total interior livable area: 1,471 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,710 sqft
- Dimensions: 54 x 145
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32004738000000
- Zoning: sf-vj
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $263,700+1.5%$179/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #729057 | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Pending sale | $259,900$177/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729057 | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,900+41.3%$177/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729057 | ||
| 6/5/2020 | Sold | $184,000-3.1%$125/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #604451 | ||
| 5/6/2020 | Pending sale | $189,900$129/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Revolution #604451 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,214 +8.8% | $213,200 |
| 2023 | $2,954 +1.2% | $213,200 +31.7% |
| 2022 | $2,918 +7.2% | $161,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Stilwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Des Moines
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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