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524 6th Street

West Des Moines, IA 50265
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

SqFt1,356

Sqft

Acres0.17

Acre(Lot)

Charming, character-filled 2-story in the heart of West Des Moines, just a short walk from Historic Valley Junction! If you are tired of cookie-cutter homes, 524 6th St. offers the warmth, updates, and location that are hard to find at this price point. This 3 bedroom home features beautiful original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, fresh interior paint, great natural light, and timeless vintage details throughout. The main level offers a comfortable family room with gas fireplace, formal dining space, main floor laundry, and an updated kitchen with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Sliding doors lead to a cedar deck overlooking the backyard, perfect for grilling, relaxing, or entertaining. Upstairs you will find three generous bedrooms and a full bathroom, including a spaciou s primary bedroom with two closets. The clean unfinished basement provides excellent storage, plus a potential additional bathroom setup. Major updates have already been completed, including newer windows, roof, cement board siding, furnace/AC, paint, and more. Oversized 2-car detached garage. Enjoy easy access to Valley Junction shops, restaurants, farmers market, live music, and all the charm this neighborhood is known for. West Des Moines schools and move-in ready condition make this one easy to love!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $285,000

AD Id : 85060180

MLS Id : 742510

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.17 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,356

Year Built : 1920

Garage : 2

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, 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: 1920 Building Area Total: 1356 Construction Materials: Stone Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 50X145 Main Square Feet: 0.166 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.166 Lot Size Square Feet: 7250 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $285000 Original Price: $289000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 32000725000000 Annual Tax: $3800 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 42 BUTLERS ADD TO VALLEY JUNCTION

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Utility Information

    Cable Available
  • Location Information

    Direction: North of Railroad on 6th to Home. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 08/07/2026 @ 08:46

MLS: 742510 LISTED BY: CY Phillips, Space Simply 515-423-0899 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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