Iowa
West Des Moines
400 38th Street

$290,000

400 38th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265

3 beds |
2 baths |
1,225 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1979
9,017sqft lot
2 car garage
$237/sqft
Listed 4 days ago

Property Description

Welcome to this charming split-foyer home in a desirable West Des Moines neighborhood. This 3-bedroom home includes a primary suite with an ensuite ¾ bath and has been updated with painted trim and new LVP flooring throughout the main living areas. The floor plan offers a formal dining room with access to a good-sized deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. The finished lower level provides additional living space and features a brick wood-burning fireplace. Recent updates include a new roof and new siding, and also a new tankless hot water heater giving peace of mind for years to come. Outside, you’ll find a large, flat, fully fenced backyard--ideal for gatherings, outdoor activities, or simply enjoying some extra space. A comfortable and well-maintained home in a prime location—ready for its next owner to enjoy.

Listing Status:: Pending
Date Added:: October 2, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:: Keller Williams Realty GDM : (515) 334-4900
Listing Agent:: Molly Bjork : (515) 216-3839
MLS ID:: 727515

General: Separate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in KitchenCable TVWindow Treatments
Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Basement: Finished
Flooring: CarpetTile
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: DeckFully Fenced
Style: Split-Foyer
Parking: AttachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: Vinyl SidingMulti/SplitBlock

Road/Access: Concrete
Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
School District: West Des Moines
County: Polk

Zoning: RLOT 28 ASHWORTH ESTATES PLAT 532000520228000
Fencing: Chain LinkFull

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Molly Bjork, Keller Williams Realty GDM

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Location

Schools Nearby

Western Hills Elementary

600 39th St, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

Grades PK-6

0.17 miles away

Stilwell Junior High

1601 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

Grades 7-8

1.60 miles away

Valley High School

3650 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Grades 10-12

0.81 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.