St. Helens Mansion is for sale. Built in 1895, this 5044 sq ft historic Victorian residence underwent a top to bottom renovation in 2000. Newer flooring, windows, bathrooms, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling systems were completed. In addition, a detached 3 car garage, brick drive and patio, screened porch, 20 x 40 swimming pool were constructed in 2001. Yet every ounce of timeless charm was never sacrificed. Highlights include a wonderful Euro style kitchen with terracotta tile floors, a huge master suite with 2 separate bath areas, hardwood floors in main living areas and 3 distinctive fireplaces. Located on a beautifully landscaped 1.62 acre plot across from Terrace Hill-it enjoys views of Waterworks Park and the downtown DM skyline.
Single-familyProperty Type
1895Year Built
1.62 acresLot Size
$261Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Rick Wanamaker• Iowa Realty Valley West
Listed by Marcia Wanamaker• Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Bought with Rick Wanamaker• Iowa Realty Valley West
Bought with Marcia Wanamaker• Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Enjoy the beauty and serenity of the Castle like home with the Best Views in Des Moines. This gorgeous home has 1.65 acres with a sprawling fenced in back yard which is irrigated plus has a gazebo, pool, hot tub with woods as a background. In the summer you have your own private woods and in the winter you can sit in your lovely home and see the amazing views of the river and the down town lights. This home features over 6,000 feet of finish with gourmet kitchen, a huge pantry, den, formal living rm , formal dining rm , family rm, parlor, 3 fireplaces and all this on the 1st flr! A laundry rm is conveniently located on the 2nd floor along with 4 bedrms, & 3 bath rms. The Lower Level has a large rec room & half bath + storage. 3 car garage and the property already is radon mitigated This home is fit for a King and equipped with unsurpassed quality and details. There is so much more, call for your private showing today!
Public Records
Jan 5, 2007
Sold
$1,264,000
$251/sq ft
DMMLS #273715
Jan 9, 2006
Listed
$1,395,000
$277/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,268 (+2.1%)
$254,400 + $832,000
$1,086,400
2024
$19,856 (−22.6%)
$235,600 + $784,200
$1,019,800
2023
$25,648 (+0.8%)
$235,600 + $784,200
$1,019,800
2022
$25,450 (−1.1%)
$203,100 + $894,000
$1,097,100
2021
$25,738 (−3.7%)
$203,100 + $894,000
$1,097,100
2020
$26,734 (+0.9%)
$203,100 + $894,000
$1,097,100
2019
$26,500 (+1.0%)
$178,700 + $861,300
$1,040,000
2018
$26,228 (−9.1%)
$178,700 + $861,300
$1,040,000
2017
$28,848 (+7.3%)
$158,200 + $836,400
$994,600
2016
$26,876 (+7.3%)
$153,200 + $921,900
$1,075,100
2013
$25,038
$134,200 + $886,000
$1,020,200
Tax history for 2300 Terrace Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,268 (+2.1%)
$254,400 + $832,000
$1,086,400
2024
$19,856 (−22.6%)
$235,600 + $784,200
$1,019,800
2023
$25,648 (+0.8%)
$235,600 + $784,200
$1,019,800
2022
$25,450 (−1.1%)
$203,100 + $894,000
$1,097,100
2021
$25,738 (−3.7%)
$203,100 + $894,000
$1,097,100
2020
$26,734 (+0.9%)
$203,100 + $894,000
$1,097,100
2019
$26,500 (+1.0%)
$178,700 + $861,300
$1,040,000
2018
$26,228 (−9.1%)
$178,700 + $861,300
$1,040,000
2017
$28,848 (+7.3%)
$158,200 + $836,400
$994,600
2016
$26,876 (+7.3%)
$153,200 + $921,900
$1,075,100
2013
$25,038
$134,200 + $886,000
$1,020,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.63 Acres
Year renovated
1945
Sq. Ft.
5,044
Year built
1895
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
02001976001000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N1B
Neighborhood District
N1b is intended for larger lots for mostly single-household residential houses within a more traditional neighborhood setting pursuant to House A building type in section 135-2.13 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Laundry Information
Features: Upper Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Features: Fireplace Screen
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Other Features: Wet Bar, Fireplace, Cable TV, Window Treatments