# 1829 Locust Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $245,000 ($251/sqft), built 1950, 975 sqft.
> Hardwood, A/C. Est. $1,062/mo. Listed 50 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $245,000 |
| Price/sqft | $251 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 975 |
| Year Built | 1950 |
| Lot Size | 6,011 sqft (0.14 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 50 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Throughout the home

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,062 |
| **Total** | **$1,062** |

## Key Amenities

- Hardwood
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1950
- 0.14 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
Charming brick bungalow in quiet West Des Moines neighborhood, under $250k! This two bedroom lives larger than it looks. Remodeled kitchen w/plenty of cabinet space, and oversized dining area. ADORABLE tiled bathroom with gold finishes, and beautiful hardwood flooring throughout. Full, dry basement with second living room, and ample storage. Check out the 2.5 car garage with new door and workshop space. Fully fenced yard, and new roof/gutters in '22. All information obtained from seller and public records.

## Location

- **Address:** 1829 Locust Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.576805, -93.731866
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.576805,-93.731866

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Betsy Behrens
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Precision
- **Phone:** 5158297751
- **Email:** betsy@precisiondsm.com

## Primary Photo

![1829 Locust Street - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8b0712d904900c49b3c3bb0fd0260bc9l-f896972924r.jpg)

*22 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/1829-locust-street-west-des-moines-ia-50265-a734709)*

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**MLS#:** 734709 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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