Welcome to your own wooded oasis in the heart of West Des Moines! Tucked away on over half an acre surrounded by mature trees, this architecturally distinct 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is one not to miss. Step past the tranquil front patio inside to beautiful hardwood floors, stately wooded beams, and an abundance of natural light. The spacious main level features inviting living and dining spaces. The custom kitchen has granite countertops, soft close drawers and cabinets plus stainless steel appliances. There is another dining space which overlooks a cozy family room complete with fireplace, wet bar, and built-ins. A slider to the deck provides easy access to the outdoor living spaces. Upstairs, four bedrooms include a vaulted primary suite with private deck and updated en-suite bath. Multiple outdoor spaces embrace the peaceful, wooded setting, creating the perfect backdrop for relaxing or entertaining. Many plantings throughout the property make it a sight to see in growing season. The oversized 2 car garage has room for parking and projects alike. A truly special property in an unbeatable West Des Moines location! Schedule a showing today.
Architects dream home with 3,182 sq ft of finished living space. Gleaming hardwood floors and solid oak doors set the presence for quality thru-out. Newly updated Pella windows & sliders that have blinds that lower inside the windows not to obstruct the gorgeous wooded views seen from all levels. The kitchen offers classic cabinetry, stainless appliances and granite countertops. There is plenty of entertaining space and the large living room opens to the formal dining room with unique corner windows. The eat-in kitchen area overlooks the family room with a wet bar and sunken reading area with bookshelves and a cozy fireplace. Main level laundry with tiled flooring. The second level offers 4 bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, solid doors and modern shaped windows. The vaulted master bedroom has a deck, double mirrored closets and its own bathroom. The 3 other second level bedrooms have hardwood floors, modern windows and share a full bath. The lower level is finished providing a 3rd living space. The storage room offers built-in shelving and is large enough to store outdoor furniture. (Approx. Furnace A/C 2013/2014. Roof 2020. 3 Newer decks. Dates cannot be guaranteed) Offer subject to estate approval. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Public Records
Jun 29, 2004
Sold
$245,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,136 (+8.4%)
$85,300 + $384,400
$469,700
2025
$6,582 (+2.2%)
$85,300 + $384,400
$469,700
2024
$6,442 (+2.6%)
$74,700 + $342,200
$416,900
2023
$6,276 (+1.2%)
$74,700 + $342,200
$416,900
2022
$6,200 (+5.8%)
$62,700 + $271,200
$333,900
2021
$5,858 (+1.6%)
$62,700 + $271,200
$333,900
2020
$5,766 (+3.9%)
$62,700 + $271,200
$333,900
2019
$5,552 (−0.1%)
$56,400 + $244,300
$300,700
2018
$5,560 (+3.4%)
$56,400 + $244,300
$300,700
2017
$5,376 (+3.7%)
$50,700 + $228,800
$279,500
2016
$5,186 (+7.5%)
$46,900 + $215,900
$262,800
2013
$4,822
$45,200 + $211,500
$256,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
90 ft.
Lot depth
275 ft.
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,482
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,482
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
32002825002000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
RS
Residential Single-Family District
The purpose of this district is to encourage residential neighborhoods of exclusively single-family detached dwellings with a wide range of lot sizes. Any development must have an overall density from 1.1 to 6.0 du per acre. Minimum lot sizes may be established for each RS District through the use of a minimum lot size suffix. This land use zone is also intended to facilitate pedestrian access to schools, churches, parks, and neighborhood convenience shopping.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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, 14 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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Historical weather
West Des Moines, IA • 50265
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1709 Buffalo Rd
$542,083
$7,917 under list price of $550K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $365K to $695K.