Move-in ready bi-attached two-story in Johnston Schools! This home features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. The main level offers an open layout with a bright living area and kitchen. All appliances are included! Upstairs you’ll find three bedrooms, including a primary suite with private bath. The clean, dry basement includes a nonconforming bedroom—perfect for a home office, gym, or flex space. Convenient location, well-maintained, and ready for new owners. New roof in 2018. New HVAC in 2022.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
4,927 sq ftLot Size
$180Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Shawna Sample• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Listed by Matthew Sample• Keller Williams Realty GDM
Convenient, low maintenance, and no HOAs! This bi-attached home features more space than meets the eye with smart upgrades. Tucked into a Des Moines neighborhood near 80/35 and shopping/dining, and zoned as Johnston schools, is this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with bonus spaces. Pull into your drive to a two-stall garage with plenty of storage and enjoy a pass through to a private entrance to the home. Step inside to an immediate shotgun view of the picture windows and secluded backyard with mature trees. Inside the entryway, the updated staircase makes a statement and the new flooring offers a seamless feel to the main floor. The great room features a living room with a refinished fireplace, perfect for hosting holidays, and an open concept that leads directly to the kitchen and dining areas. Off the dining room are sliders to the back deck, which offers privacy for evening meals or a morning cup of a coffee. The mature trees and fenced yard give a perfect spot for a play area for kids or pets. Upstairs, three bedrooms with newer carpeting and two bathrooms with neutral finishes are ready to be customized. The lower level is huge, clean and dry. An additional family room space and bonus room which could serve as a home gym or a nonconforming bedroom. This property has so much potential and is move-in ready. Schedule your showing today.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,844 (+4.7%)
$43,100 + $185,600
$228,700
2024
$3,670 (−1.8%)
$38,600 + $151,500
$190,100
2023
$3,736 (−9.3%)
$38,600 + $151,500
$190,100
2022
$4,118 (+6.6%)
$34,900 + $131,900
$166,800
2021
$3,864 (+1.8%)
$34,900 + $131,900
$166,800
2020
$3,794 (+0.5%)
$34,900 + $131,900
$166,800
2019
$3,774 (+1.0%)
$31,400 + $117,700
$149,100
2018
$3,736 (+5.6%)
$31,400 + $117,700
$149,100
2017
$3,538 (+4.1%)
$29,000 + $112,200
$141,200
2016
$3,398 (+9.6%)
$26,600 + $104,900
$131,500
2013
$3,100
$25,500 + $102,600
$128,100
Tax history for 4535 51st St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,844 (+4.7%)
$43,100 + $185,600
$228,700
2024
$3,670 (−1.8%)
$38,600 + $151,500
$190,100
2023
$3,736 (−9.3%)
$38,600 + $151,500
$190,100
2022
$4,118 (+6.6%)
$34,900 + $131,900
$166,800
2021
$3,864 (+1.8%)
$34,900 + $131,900
$166,800
2020
$3,794 (+0.5%)
$34,900 + $131,900
$166,800
2019
$3,774 (+1.0%)
$31,400 + $117,700
$149,100
2018
$3,736 (+5.6%)
$31,400 + $117,700
$149,100
2017
$3,538 (+4.1%)
$29,000 + $112,200
$141,200
2016
$3,398 (+9.6%)
$26,600 + $104,900
$131,500
2013
$3,100
$25,500 + $102,600
$128,100
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
36 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
4,927 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1979
Style
Townhouse
County
Polk County
APN
10012844556001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Jul 27, 2022 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - hvac changeout
HVAC
Jan 18, 2019 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Remodel
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