1819 Buffalo Road West Des Moines, IA 50265

Single Family Detached MLS #: 710035 Courtesy Of RE/MAX Precision

$399,000

5 beds | 2 baths | 1,504 sq ft
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Est. Property Tax: $5,703
Estimated monthly payments: $2,219/mo.* (recalculate)

Property InformationDescription

Home being sold AS IS. Opportunity awaits with this gem tucked inside prime West Des Moines, situated near Dowling, Clive Greenbelt and Walnut Creek. With some TLC and sweat equity, this acreage could be amazing. With a 30x50 metal pole building, setting on 1.3 acres, this property is what you have been searching for. Updated kitchen offers SS appliances, sleek cabinetry & solid surface countertops, plus 2 separate eating areas. Enjoy an updated main floor bath with dual vessel sinks and tile shower. Home features 3 main floor bedrooms, plus 2 potential bedrooms in LL. The primary en suite offers access to newer oversized deck. The walk-out LL is an open canvas to finish to your liking, with plumbing for a wet bar and 3/4 bath. Other features to appreciate are updted lighting, tons of storage cabinetry in LL. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Features

  • Age: Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities: Deck, Dock, Sports Court
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Exterior Type: Brick
  • Fireplace: Fireplace
  • Floor Covering: Tile
  • Heating System: Fireplace
  • Lot Size: 1.35 Acres

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School Information

1819 Buffalo Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Elementary School
Grades PK-6 | Public School
CLIVE LEARNING ACADEMY
Windsor Heights, IA 50324
1600 73rd St
515.­633.5800
Distance: 0.8 mi
School Rating
B
Student:Teacher Ratio
13:1
Total Students
535
Middle School
Grades 7-8 | Public School
INDIAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH
Clive, IA 50325
9401 Indian Hills Dr
515.­633.4700
Distance: 1.0 mi
School Rating
B-
Student:Teacher Ratio
13:1
Total Students
698
High School
Grades 9 | Public School
VALLEY SOUTHWOODS FRESHMAN HIGH SCHOOL
West Des Moines, IA 50265
625 S 35th St
515.­633.4500
Distance: 2.9 mi
School Rating
C-
Student:Teacher Ratio
16:1
Total Students
687
High School
Grades 10-12 | Public School
VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
West Des Moines, IA 50266
3650 Woodland Ave
515.­633.4000
Distance: 1.5 mi
School Rating
B
Student:Teacher Ratio
18:1
Total Students
2047
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Dowling Catholic High School 0.4 mi Private 9-12
Crestview School Of Inquiry 0.8 mi Public PK-6 C-
Walnut Creek Campus 1.2 mi Public 9-12 F
Fairmeadows Elementary 1.3 mi Public PK-6 B-
Cowles Montessori School 1.4 mi Public EE-8 A
Airazi Academy 1.4 mi Private PK-3
Sacred Heart School 1.4 mi Private KG-8
Stilwell Junior High 1.5 mi Public 7-8 C
Windsor Elementary School 1.5 mi Public KG-5 C
Montessori Children's House 1.6 mi Private PK-2
St Theresa Catholic School 1.6 mi Private PK-8
Hillside Elementary 1.6 mi Public KG-6 B
Shepherds Flock Early Learning Center 1.8 mi Private PK-KG
Valerius Elementary 1.9 mi Public KG-5 B-
Karen Acres Elementary 1.9 mi Public KG-5 C
Mt Olive Lutheran School 1.9 mi Private PK-8
Western Hills Elementary 2.1 mi Public PK-6 D
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Demographic Data

West Des Moines, IA 50265

Median Age: 38.7
Married: 45%
Number of Households: 14,145
Households with Children: 28.8%
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