Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated, this 4 bed, 2.5 bath West Des Moines two story offers nearly 2,800 sq ft of finished space and the perfect mix of comfort and convenience.. The main level offers an oversized living room, an updated kitchen with plentiful storage and a second living space, great for a den, an office or a formal dining room. Upstairs you'll find 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a convenient laundry room. The finished basement offers your own private theater (projection + surround sound!) plus a flex space for a playroom, gym or whatever use suits your lifestyle best. The large fenced in backyard and oversized 2-car garage with built-ins + workbench are not to be overlooked. Additionally, recent major updates include furnace & deck (2025), water heater, softener & fridge (2023), washer & dryer (2022), plus fresh paint, newer carpet, and radon mitigation. Truly, "just move in and enjoy!"
Sold for $441,900
$441,900
118 S 42nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
4beds
2,150sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
0.27 Acres Lot
$442,000 Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$2,380 Estimated rent
Home value
$442,000
$420,000 - $464,000
$2,380/mo
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Listed by:
Emina Steward (515)322-1214,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
M. Beth Van Zee
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 736595
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Dining Area, See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,150
- Total interior livable area: 2,150 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 650
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32000402802000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2006
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
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Sold | $441,900-1.8%$206/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #736595 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Pending sale | $450,000$209/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #736595 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+2.5%$209/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #736595 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2026 | Price change | $439,000-1.8%$204/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2026 | Price change | $447,000+10.4%$208/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2022 | Pending sale | $405,000$188/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #662458 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $405,000$188/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #662458 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2022 | Sold | $405,000+1.5%$188/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #662458 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2022 | Pending sale | $399,000$186/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $399,000+38.5%$186/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2017 | Sold | $288,000-1.7%$134/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #543069 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2017 | Pending sale | $293,000$136/sqft |
Source: Greater Des Moines #543069 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2017 | Price change | $293,000-0.7%$136/sqft |
Source: Greater Des Moines #543069 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2017 | Price change | $295,000-1.6%$137/sqft |
Source: Greater Des Moines #543069 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2017 | Price change | $299,900-2.6%$139/sqft |
Source: Greater Des Moines #543069 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2017 | Price change | $308,000-0.6%$143/sqft |
Source: Greater Des Moines #543069 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2017 | Price change | $310,000-3.1%$144/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Greater Des Moines #543069 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2017 | Listed for sale | $320,000+32%$149/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty GDM #543069 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2012 | Sold | $242,500-6.4%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2012 | Listed for sale | $259,000+17.8%$120/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2011 | Listing removed | $219,900$102/sqft |
Source: Next Generation Realty Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2011 | Price change | $219,900-2.2%$102/sqft |
Source: Next Generation Realty Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2011 | Listed for sale | $224,900-6.3%$105/sqft |
Source: Next Generation Realty Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2011 | Listing removed | $239,900$112/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #366077 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2010 | Listed for sale | $239,900-7.4%$112/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #366077 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2006 | Sold | $259,000$120/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,828 +2.2% | $420,800 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $5,700 -4.6% | $378,700 |
| 2023 | $5,974 +1.2% | $378,700 +22.4% |
| 2022 | $5,904 +1.6% | $309,400 |
| 2021 | $5,810 +1.5% | $309,400 +6.8% |
| 2020 | $5,722 +1.2% | $289,700 |
| 2019 | $5,654 +3% | $289,700 +5% |
| 2018 | $5,488 | $276,000 |
| 2017 | $5,488 +4.7% | $276,000 +5.2% |
| 2016 | $5,244 | $262,300 |
| 2015 | $5,244 +8.8% | $262,300 +6.3% |
| 2014 | $4,822 | $246,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $246,700 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $247,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $247,300 +0.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $245,000 -5.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $258,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $258,100 +2111.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $11,670 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Western Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Valley SouthwoodsGrades: 9Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.3 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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- West Des Moines
- 50265
- 118 S 42nd St