1472 S 81st Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266

• 5 beds |
• 5 baths |
• 2,800 sqft

Property Description

Stunning one-and-a-half story custom home in West Des Moines' Forest Place neighborhood surrounded by executive residences. The striking exterior features extensive stonework and architectural character. An impressive double-door entry welcomes you into a spacious foyer with private den or home office. The massive great room showcases a soaring 20’ ceiling, wall of windows, and floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace with custom built-ins. The gourmet kitchen offers a large island, custom cabinetry, GE Café Series professional 36” six-burner dual-fuel gas range, built-in full refrigerator and freezer, and a walk-in pantry with cabinets, counters, and abundant shelving. The dining area is wrapped in windows and opens to a covered patio with outdoor kitchen. The main-floor primary suite is a true retreat with spa-like bath featuring tiled shower, freestanding tub, dual vanities, and large walk-in closet. A spacious mudroom with built-in lockers and bench plus a separate laundry room add everyday convenience. The open staircase leads to the upper level with loft overlooking the great room. A bedroom with sitting area and adjacent bath, and two additional bedrooms with Jack & Jill bath. The finished walkout lower level includes a large family room with fireplace, rec area with wet bar, custom cabinetry, island seating, refrigerator, 5th bedroom, full bath, and unfinished storage. Built by Embarq Signature Homes, part of Hubbell Realty Company family with roots dating back to 1856.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

March 2, 2026

Data Last Updated:

March 12, 2026 at 7:19AM

Listing Office:

Hubbell Homes of Iowa, LLC : (515) 778-3699

Listing Agent:

Hanna Carlson : (515) 689-8505

MLS ID:

735278

Interior

• General: Wet BarDining AreaEat-in KitchenSee Remarks
• Appliances: DishwasherFreezerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWine Cooler
• Laundry: Main Level
• Basement: Egress WindowsFinished
• Flooring: CarpetTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
• Fireplace: GasVentedFireplaceFireplaces: 3

Exterior

• General: Sprinkler/IrrigationOutdoor KitchenPatio
• Style: One and One Half Story
• Other Structures: PatioCoveredOpen
• Parking: AttachedGarage

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltMetalShingle
• General: Cement SidingStoneOne and One HalfPoured

Location

• Road/Access: Concrete
• HOA Amenities: 375.0Annually
• Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
• School District: Waukee
• County: Dallas

Lot

• Zoning: RForest Place Lot 1001623179006

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM