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217 9th Street

West Des Moines, IA 50265
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,278

Sqft

Acres0.18

Acre(Lot)

Rare opportunity in the heart of Historic Valley Junction! This 5-bedroom, 3-bath home offers nearly 2,300 sq ft of finished space and sits directly across from Wilson Park, connected to Holiday Park—providing green space, trails, and recreation just steps from your door. A spacious foyer welcomes you into the living room with a fireplace and sliders to a future deck (materials already on site), offering an easy opportunity to create outdoor living space. The eat-in kitchen is functional and ready for your personal touch. Upstairs, the primary suite features French doors leading to a private balcony overlooking the backyard, a HUGE walk-in closet, and its own ¾ bath. Bedrooms 2–4 and a full bath complete the second level, offering flexibility for family, guests, or home office needs. With 5 bedrooms, this home provides rare space in a highly walkable location near shops, dining, and events like Music in the Junction. This home offers great potential for buyers looking to build equity with some TLC. Additional highlights include a 1.5-car detached garage, $15,000 NFC forgivable grant, and up to $2,500 in closing costs for qualified buyers. Space, location, and opportunity—don’t miss it!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $265,000

AD Id : 76724558

MLS Id : 737578

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.18 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,278

Year Built : 1940

Garage : 1

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 5

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1940 Building Area Total: 2278 Construction Materials: Brick, Cement Siding Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 54X145 Main Square Feet: 0.18 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.18 Lot Size Square Feet: 7830 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $265000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 32003758000000 Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $3852 Tax Legal Desc: S 54F E 145F LOT B NUTTALLS ADD TO VALLEY JUNCTION

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • Location Information

    Direction: From 63rd Street/HWY 28 and Railroad go West on Railroad to 9th Street. North to home WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/11/2026 @ 10:11

MLS: 737578 LISTED BY: Ryan Rivera, Zealty Home Advisors 515-329-4667 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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