Rick GrubbReal Estate

Menu

1447 S 81st Street — photo 1
1 / 33
Active

1447 S 81st Street

West Des Moines, IA 50266

$1,100,000

Beds

5

Baths

4

Sq Ft

2,300

Price / Sq Ft

$478

About this home

Luxury new ranch by Embarq Signature Homes in the sought-after Forest Place development of West Des Moines, backing to future city parkland and located within the Waukee School District. Scheduled for completion before the upcoming school year, this exceptional walkout ranch features 10-foot ceilings throughout the main level, 8' solid-core doors & expansive windows. The gourmet kitchen showcases quartz countertops, premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and an oversized walk-in pantry. The adjoining great room is anchored by a striking gas fireplace, creating an ideal space for entertaining and everyday living. The main level offers three bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with spa-inspired bath and spacious walk-in closet, plus a private office, mudroom, laundry room, and powder bath. The finished walkout lower level is designed for entertaining with a large family room, wet bar, theater/flex room, powder bath, two additional bedrooms, and full bath. Outdoor living is exceptional with multiple gathering spaces, including a screened-in composite deck with gas fireplace, covered patio below with RainEscape under-deck drainage system, open-air patio, and dedicated gathering area with gas fire pit, all overlooking parkland views. Additional highlights include a Kinetico whole-home reverse osmosis system, professionally landscaped yard with irrigation. Conveniently located minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center, shopping, dining, entertainment, and metro amenities.

Property details

Property type

Residential

Sub type

Residential

Style

Ranch

Lot size

0.33 acres

Year built

2026

Garage

3 Attached

Included appliances

Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove

Basement

Finished,WalkOutAccess

School district

Waukee

HOA

$375/annually

MLS area

West Des Moines

Builder

Embarq Signature Homes

List date

February 25, 2026

Days on market

218

MLS last updated

Oct 1, 2026

Latest price change

Sep 24, 2026 · $1,075,000 → $1,100,000

MLS #

735065

Interior

Interior features
Wet Bar, Dining Area, Eat In Kitchen
Included items
Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove

Exterior & utilities

Exterior features
Deck, Enclosed Porch, Sprinkler Irrigation, Patio
Roof
Asphalt, Metal, Shingle
Street surface
Concrete
Foundation
Poured
Heat
Forced Air
Heat source
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Listed by Hanna Carlson · Hubbell Homes of Iowa, LLC

Request a showing

Mortgage Calculator

Estimate only — contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Home price

Down payment

%

Interest rate

%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$7,237 /mo

Principal & interest$5,418
Est. property taxes$1,008
Est. homeowners insurance$779
HOA$31
Down payment$220,000
Loan amount$880,000

Location

1447 S 81st Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Local expertise

Homes and real estate in West Des Moines

See Rick Grubb’s current West Des Moines listings and local real-estate guidance, then contact Rick directly to schedule a private showing.

Rick Grubb Real Estate

Powered by Realty ONE Group Impact

Rooted in Des Moines Real Estate

Waukee Real EstateWest Des Moines Real EstateUrbandale Real EstateGlen Oaks Homes

(515) 779-2192 · rick@thehometeamdsm.com · Information provided by DMAAR · Equal Housing Opportunity

Agent sign in