Discover the unbeatable charm of this farmhouse-style updated 1950s ranch home nestled on a 1-acre lot within West Des Moines City limits. Experience the best of both worlds - a serene countryside ambiance mere minutes from all amenities. Entertain effortlessly in the spacious living room featuring a cozy fireplace. The updated kitchen, seamlessly connected to the dining area and additional sitting space, becomes the heart of the home. Retreat to the primary ensuite, complete with dual vanity, 2 walk-in closets and convenient stacked washer and dryer. Completing the main floor are two more bedrooms and a full bathroom. The lower level expands the living space with a family room, another full bathroom with hookup for another washer and dryer, a fourth bedroom and a non-conforming fifth bedroom. Outside, the 24x36 outbuilding (new siding 2022) with 12-foot door and a ¾ bath offers versatile utility, whether utilized as a workshop, gym, or additional garage. Other features: new furnace and a/c in 2022, new water heater 2021, added water softener 2021, new roof 2020, firepit 2022
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.98 acresLot Size
$276Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Lynn Johnson• RE/MAX Concepts
Contact: (515) 343-9390
Bought with Richard Grubb• Realty ONE Group Impact
This is the home you have been waiting for! Located on nearly an acre (. 9790) within the West Des Moines school district and quick access to the HWY 5 bypass making your commute quick to anywhere in the metro. This spacious ranch has not only a living room but also a den along with a spectacular kitchen with custom open shelving, brick wall, farmhouse sink, gas stove and pantry giving it farmhouse flair! 4 bedrooms (with a 5th non-conforming) and 3 baths give any family the right amount of space. The master bedroom is complete with a soaking tub, dual vanity, two walk-in closets as well as main floor laundry. The partial covered deck overlooks the fenced in backyard (with plenty of fruit trees) which even has a spot for a future hot tub. The basement in finished off with a rec space, the 4th bedroom, ¾ bath, additional kitchen space and plenty of storage. Last but not least we can’t forget about the 24x36 garage/workshop with a 12 ft. door and it’s own ¾ bath.
DMMLS #366051
Feb 1, 2011
Sold
$250,000
$117/sq ft
Apr 7, 2010
Listed
$259,900
$122/sq ft
+9
This is a rare find - West Des Moines immaculate & updated 4 bedroom ranch on 1 acre! Special features include huge eat-in kitchen with oversized center island, large master bedroom with 2 big walk-in closets & luxurious master bath. 4 season solarium, a 24x36 heated garage/workshop with a 12 ft. door, office and 3/4 bath. Lower level with kitchen, BR, 3/4 bath & living room. Beautiful mature trees & many flower beds enhance the lot. Close to Willow Creek, Hwy 5 and west mixmaster.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,664 (+13.6%)
$132,800 + $370,900
$503,700
2025
$6,744 (−0.3%)
$132,800 + $370,900
$503,700
2024
$6,766 (+1.8%)
$118,500 + $308,400
$426,900
2023
$6,646 (+1.2%)
$118,500 + $308,400
$426,900
2022
$6,568 (+20.9%)
$100,300 + $243,900
$344,200
2021
$5,434 (+1.5%)
$100,300 + $243,900
$344,200
2020
$5,354 (+7.7%)
$100,300 + $243,900
$344,200
2019
$4,970 (−0.1%)
$91,600 + $179,400
$271,000
2018
$4,976 (+1.2%)
$91,600 + $179,400
$271,000
2017
$4,918 (+9.3%)
$83,300 + $167,800
$251,100
2016
$4,498 (+7.1%)
$78,500 + $162,700
$241,200
2013
$4,200
$71,800 + $152,000
$223,800
Tax history for 1405 SE Army Post Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,664 (+13.6%)
$132,800 + $370,900
$503,700
2025
$6,744 (−0.3%)
$132,800 + $370,900
$503,700
2024
$6,766 (+1.8%)
$118,500 + $308,400
$426,900
2023
$6,646 (+1.2%)
$118,500 + $308,400
$426,900
2022
$6,568 (+20.9%)
$100,300 + $243,900
$344,200
2021
$5,434 (+1.5%)
$100,300 + $243,900
$344,200
2020
$5,354 (+7.7%)
$100,300 + $243,900
$344,200
2019
$4,970 (−0.1%)
$91,600 + $179,400
$271,000
2018
$4,976 (+1.2%)
$91,600 + $179,400
$271,000
2017
$4,918 (+9.3%)
$83,300 + $167,800
$251,100
2016
$4,498 (+7.1%)
$78,500 + $162,700
$241,200
2013
$4,200
$71,800 + $152,000
$223,800
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.98 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
2,133
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
32000370654000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
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