Fabulous Waterbury Location. New outdoor fixtures illuminate the slate entrance to the custom carved front door which opens to the 2 story foyer. Hardwood floors thru out the large LR, DR, eat-in kitchen/pantry, 4 BRs, staircase & hall. Large LR has 4 sets of french doors. Beautiful raised picture frame paneling in DR. Large family room w/ built in bookcases, slate flooring in half bath & hall leading to backyard w/ bonus 2-car parking pad. Enjoy the 500+ sq ft screened porch with access to a private patio & garden area. Updated eat-in kitchen boasts new lighting, Corian counters & 3 year new stove/dishwasher/disposal. Butlers pantry with built-in cabinets, drawers & wine rack. Jack and Jill bath between 2 BR. Great storage in all BRs. Large MBR has updated bath w/ many built-ins, new floor and dbl. sink vanity. Charming details include: window seats, 8 floor moldings, crown molding, detailed staircase banister, wall sconces, tiled vestibule, laundry chute and master dressing area.
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
0.57 acresLot Size
$242Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lori Adrianse• Coldwell Banker Mid-America
Bought with Jim Baehr• Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Source:DMMLS #298459
Redfin Estimate
$839,581
$405K since sold in March 2014$15K since October
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This home's estimate is 14.6% higher than the average sale price ($732K) of 6 comparable homes.
Fabulous Waterbury Location. New outdoor fixtures illuminate the slate entrance to the custom carved front door which opens to the 2 story foyer. Hardwood floors thru out the large LR, DR, eat-in kitchen/pantry, 4 BRs, staircase & hall. Large LR has 4 sets of french doors. Beautiful raised picture frame paneling in DR. Large family room w/ built in bookcases, slate flooring in half bath & hall leading to backyard w/ bonus 2-car parking pad. Enjoy the 500+ sq ft screened porch with access to a private patio & garden area. Updated eat-in kitchen boasts new lighting, Corian counters & 3 year new stove/dishwasher/disposal. Butlers pantry with built-in cabinets, drawers & wine rack. Jack and Jill bath between 2 BR. Great storage in all BRs. Large MBR has updated bath w/ many built-ins, new floor and dbl. sink vanity. Charming details include: window seats, 8 floor moldings, crown molding, detailed staircase banister, wall sconces, tiled vestibule, laundry chute and master dressing area.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,564 (+3.4%)
$112,200 + $646,300
$758,500
2025
$14,088 (+2.1%)
$112,200 + $646,300
$758,500
2024
$13,800 (+1.4%)
$103,900 + $608,100
$712,000
2023
$13,604 (+0.8%)
$103,900 + $608,100
$712,000
2022
$13,498 (+23.7%)
$88,200 + $497,900
$586,100
2021
$10,908 (−3.7%)
$88,200 + $497,900
$586,100
2020
$11,326 (−2.6%)
$88,200 + $497,900
$586,100
2019
$11,626 (+1.1%)
$85,700 + $360,000
$445,700
2018
$11,502 (+3.0%)
$85,700 + $360,000
$445,700
2017
$11,170
$84,100 + $357,000
$441,100
2016
$11,164 (+6.9%)
$80,000 + $341,500
$421,500
2013
$10,442
$73,400 + $355,500
$428,900
Tax history for 5400 Waterbury Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,564 (+3.4%)
$112,200 + $646,300
$758,500
2025
$14,088 (+2.1%)
$112,200 + $646,300
$758,500
2024
$13,800 (+1.4%)
$103,900 + $608,100
$712,000
2023
$13,604 (+0.8%)
$103,900 + $608,100
$712,000
2022
$13,498 (+23.7%)
$88,200 + $497,900
$586,100
2021
$10,908 (−3.7%)
$88,200 + $497,900
$586,100
2020
$11,326 (−2.6%)
$88,200 + $497,900
$586,100
2019
$11,626 (+1.1%)
$85,700 + $360,000
$445,700
2018
$11,502 (+3.0%)
$85,700 + $360,000
$445,700
2017
$11,170
$84,100 + $357,000
$441,100
2016
$11,164 (+6.9%)
$80,000 + $341,500
$421,500
2013
$10,442
$73,400 + $355,500
$428,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
N1A
Neighborhood District
N1a is intended for large lots for mostly single-household residential houses with a more flexible building form 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
Oct 22, 2015 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Kitchen
Remodel
May 11, 2015 • Final
Tidemark import - ele
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,264
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 3
# of 1/2 Baths: 2
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Steam Hot Water
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Excellent
Foundation Type: Brick
Exterior Wall: Frame Brick
Roof Shape Type: Gambrel
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: PINECREST
Living Sq. Ft: 3,464
Building Sq. Ft: 5,235
Stories Type: 3 Plus
Legal Description: LT B N & ADJ LOT 3 PINE CREST OAK LAWN PLACE PLAT NO 2; AND LOT 3 PINECREST
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 24,760
Legal Lot Number: B
Municipality Type: DES MOINES
Acres: 0.568
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,464
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Polk County
APN: 09005665001000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Hanawalt Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
Merrill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Roosevelt High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Des Moines, IA • 50312
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$798,000 – $966,000
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