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$249,900
New Listing

1501 Locust Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
2
Beds
1
Total Bath
1
Full Bath
977
SqFt
$256
/SqFt
1948
Built
County:
Polk
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Welcome to this charming brick home in West Des Moines! Filled with character and an abundance of natural light, this home offers multiple windows throughout the main level, creating a bright and welcoming space. The main floor features a living room, two generously sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, a dedicated dining area, and a thoughtfully designed kitchen.The unfinished attic offers incredible potential and endless possibilities! Whether you envision a home office, bonus room, or even a private primary suite, this additional space is ready for your personal touch. Downstairs, the basement offers even more opportunity with a versatile split-room layout, plenty of storage and flexible living space. Create the perfect combination of a laundry area, workshop, recreation room, or additional living space to fit your needs. And the appeal doesn't stop with the home itself! Situated on over one-third of an acre, the property features an oversized garage with ample room to accommodate an RV. Plus, you'll love the convenient location just one mile from the shops, restaurants, and charm of Historic Valley Junction. With its classic brick character, spacious lot, oversized garage, and endless potential, this West Des Moines home is one you won't want to miss. Schedule your showing today! All information obtained from seller and public records.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$249,900
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
977 sqft
Total Baths 
1
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.344 Acres
Year Built 
1948
MLS Number 
752484
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$3,310
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
16 hours agoListing first seen on site
16 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
General Features
Acres 
0.344
Foundation 
Block
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
DetachedGarage
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
977
Style 
Ranch
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
SF-VJ
Interior Features
Basement 
Unfinished
Cooling 
Central Air
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Main Level Bedrooms 
2
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Roof 
AsphaltShingle
Community Features
MLS Area 
West Des Moines
School District 
West Des Moines
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
Roads 
Concrete
Schools
School District
West Des Moines
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Rude Realty



Listing information is provided by Participants of the Des Moines Area Association of Realtors. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright 2026, Des Moines Area Association of Realtors.
Last checked: 2026-11-05 07:01 AM UTC

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