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This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 524 6th Street in West des Moines, IA is listed for $289,000 ($213 per sqft). Built in 1920, the home offers 1,356 sqft of living space on a 0.17 acres 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 spacious 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!
Key Features
- Built in 1920
- 0.17 acre lot
- 2 stories
- Fireplace
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Monthly Cost Estimate
$1,546/mo
20% down · 6.5% · 30 years
Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.
Location
524 6th Street
West des Moines, IA 50265
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Questions & Answers
This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 524 6th Street is listed at $289,000 ($213/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,252 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.
Key features include: Built in 1920, 0.17 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, EatInKitchen. Exterior Features: Deck.
This property is listed by Cy Phillips and can be reached at (515) 556-9674 or cy@spacesimply.com.








