# 495 S 51st Street, West des Moines, IA 50265

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba townhouse, $250,000 ($194/sqft), built 2000, 1,286 sqft.
> Hardwood, A/C. Est. $1,677/mo. Listed 1 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $250,000 |
| Price/sqft | $194 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,286 |
| Year Built | 2000 |
| Lot Size | 3,572 sqft (0.08 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Townhouse (Townhouse) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 1 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Throughout the home

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,264 |
| Estimated Insurance | $73 |
| HOA | $340 |
| **Total** | **$1,677** |

## Key Amenities

- Hardwood
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 2000
- 0.08 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
Rare zero-entry end unit in an unbeatable West Des Moines location! Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and surrounded by mature trees and beautiful landscaping, this meticulously maintained home offers the perfect blend of privacy, convenience, and low-maintenance living. Enjoy a short walk to Hy-Vee, parks, Urban Cellar, fitness centers, and everyday amenities, while Jordan Creek, the West Des Moines Public Library, scenic trails, and countless restaurants and shops are just minutes away. Thoughtfully cared for over the years, the home features numerous major updates, including a newer roof, furnace, thermostat, dishwasher, refrigerator, oven, and microwave, providing peace of mind for years to come. Move-in ready and located in one of West Des Moines' most established neighborhoods, this is easy living at its best.

## Location

- **Address:** 495 S 51st Street, West des Moines, IA 50265
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.563486, -93.77489
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.563486,-93.77489

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Stevie O'Meara
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Concepts
- **Phone:** 5158688649

## Primary Photo

![495 S 51st Street - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/13a81dd7165ae8971e27ccebb848048el-f425016932r.jpg)

*35 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/495-s-51st-street-west-des-moines-ia-50265-a744798)*

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**MLS#:** 744798 | **Updated:** 2026-08-02
**Source:** listhub

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