Welcome to 5260 Meredith Drive in Des Moines—a beautifully maintained townhome in the desirable Northwoods Townhomes community. This move-in-ready home shines with thoughtful updates and pride of ownership throughout. The spacious living room features large east-facing windows that flood the space with natural morning light, a cozy gas log fireplace, and a versatile closet perfect for use as a pantry. The kitchen has been tastefully updated with modern countertops, backsplash, sink, and flooring, creating a fresh and functional space for everyday living. There is also a main floor half bathroom. The dining area opens to a private back deck overlooking mature woods, offering a rare sense of seclusion while still being in the heart of the city. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space, connected by a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom, along with second-floor laundry. The finished lower level adds approximately 560 square feet of additional living space—ideal for a home office, workout area, or mudroom with direct access to the attached two-car garage, complete with built-in shelving. Located just minutes from dining, shopping, and interstate access, and within the highly regarded Johnston Community School District, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and location.
Pending
$194,500
5260 Meredith Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
2beds
1,138sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Townhouse, Condominium
Built in 1996
1,263.24 Square Feet Lot
$194,100 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$275/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy gas log fireplaceSecond-floor laundryModern countertopsNatural morning lightTwo generously sized bedroomsConvenient jack-and-jill bathroomMain floor half bathroom
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ross Peterson ross@agencyiowa.com,
Agency Iowa
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739859
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,138
- Total interior livable area: 1,138 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 560
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 1,263.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 50
Details
- Parcel number: 10010118426000
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $275 monthly
- HOA name: Northwoods Townhomes
- Second HOA name: Conlin
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $183,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,474
- Date on market: 5/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$194,100
$184,000 - $204,000
$1,443/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Pending sale | $194,500$171/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $194,500+44.1%$171/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2019 | Sold | $135,000+0%$119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2019 | Pending sale | $134,999$119/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2019 | Listed for sale | $134,999+8.9%$119/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2016 | Sold | $124,000-5.7%$109/sqft |
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| 1/4/2016 | Price change | $131,500-2.6%$116/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #457468 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $135,000+1.9%$119/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #457468 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2008 | Sold | $132,500+7.7%$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2004 | Sold | $123,000+15%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2000 | Sold | $107,000$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,002 +4.9% | $183,000 +15.3% |
| 2024 | $2,862 -5% | $158,700 |
| 2023 | $3,012 -9.3% | $158,700 +10.7% |
| 2022 | $3,320 -0.5% | $143,400 |
| 2021 | $3,338 +2% | $143,400 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $3,272 -2.5% | $137,400 |
| 2019 | $3,356 +1.1% | $137,400 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $3,318 | $134,100 |
| 2017 | $3,318 +8.6% | $134,100 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $3,056 | $125,100 |
| 2015 | $3,056 +4.9% | $125,100 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $2,914 | $122,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $122,200 +0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $122,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $122,100 -5.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $128,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $128,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $128,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $128,700 +5% |
| 2006 | -- | $122,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $122,600 +9.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $111,540 +3% |
| 2002 | -- | $108,290 |
| 2001 | -- | $108,290 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Meredith
Getting around
34 / 100
Some TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Timber Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10Johnston Middle SchoolGrades: 8-9Distance: 2.3 mi
- 9/10Johnston Senior High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Johnston
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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- Meredith
- 5260 Meredith Dr







