1187 S 51st StreetWest Des Moines, IA 50265

Single Family · 3 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 1 Half Bath · 1 Three Quarter Bath · 1,812 Sq. ft. | 0.23 Acres
$350,000 Active
Brokerage Compensation
  • Broker Compensation: 3.00%

1187 S 51st Street Overview

Time on Site:
235 days
Visits:
581

Beautiful home located in a great location in West Des Moines. Close to shopping, restaurants, and easy access to I-35. The home features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car garage and fenced backyard. New paint, flooring, appliances, and light fixtures. Call today for a home tour.

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1187 S 51st Street Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 1,812
  • Price/Sq.ft. $193
  • Lot 0.23 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: false

School Information

  • School District: West Des Moines

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1997

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Polk
  • MLS Area Major: West Des Moines
  • Postal City: West Des Moines

Rent/Lease Information

  • Lease Considered: false

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4888.0
  • Tax Year: 2025

General Information

  • Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
  • Parcel Number: 32002190560007
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: false
  • Zoning: res

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: true

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

Building Interior

  • Building Area Total: 1812.0

General Information

  • Appliances: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplace: true
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Foundation Details: Block,Poured
  • Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 1812.0
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Stories: 2

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.227
  • Lot Size Area: 0.227
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 60X165
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9900.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Water Source: Public

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Attached Garage: true
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

General Information

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Fencing: Wood

1187 S 51st Street Neighborhood

Community

50265 (West Des Moines) Demographics

39
Median Age
1,813
Population Density (per sq. mile)
58%
College Educated
$71,560
Estimated Median Income
9,530
Estimated Total Home Owners
4,735
Estimated Total Renters
67% / 33%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

1187 S 51st Street Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

1187 S 51st Street Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$456,470
Average List Price
$259
Average Price per Square Foot
48
Properties Sold
109
Average Days on Market
185
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

1187 S 51st Street History

Date Event Value Agent
5/29/2026Source: Des Moines Area Price Reduction
$350,000 -2.2%
Mohamed Ali
Listing Agent
4/13/2026Source: Des Moines Area Price Reduction
$358,000 -1.2%
Mohamed Ali
Listing Agent
3/5/2026Source: Des Moines Area Price Reduction
$362,500 -1.6%
Mohamed Ali
Listing Agent
11/24/2025Source: Des Moines Area Price Reduction
$368,500 -1.5%
Mohamed Ali
Listing Agent
11/6/2025Source: Des Moines Area Price Increase
$374,000 36.5%
Mohamed Ali
Listing Agent
11/6/2025Source: Des Moines Area Added to Database
November 06, 2025
Mohamed Ali
Listing Agent
Listing provided courtesy of Iowa Realty Mills Crossing- MLS# 729847MLS ProviderContact Information: 515-453-5641