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1472 S 81st Street

West Des Moines, IA 50266

$1,250,000

Beds

5

Baths

4.5

Sq Ft

2,800

Price / Sq Ft

$446

About this home

Experience the pinnacle of luxury in this stunning 1.5-story curated masterpiece showcase home by Embarq Signature Homes, perfectly situated among executive residences in West Des Moines’ prestigious Forest Place. The striking stone exterior and grand double-door entry set the stage for an interior defined by architectural excellence. At the heart of the home, a massive great room boasts soaring 20’ ceilings, a dramatic wall of windows, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with custom built-ins. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring GE Café Series professional appliances, a 36” six-burner dual-fuel range, built-in full refrigerator and freezer, and a hidden walk-in pantry with abundant prep space. The main-floor primary suite serves as a private retreat with a spa-like bath, freestanding tub, and expansive walk-in closet. Upstairs, a versatile loft overlooks the great room, leading to a unique bedroom with a sitting area and two additional bedrooms joined by a Jack & Jill bath. The finished walkout lower level is designed for ultimate entertaining, offering a spacious family room with a fireplace, a full rec area, and a sleek wet bar with island seating and custom cabinetry. Outside, the window-wrapped dining area opens to a covered patio complete with an outdoor kitchen and fire pit. This home includes a Kinetico whole home reverse osmosis system.

Property details

Property type

Residential

Sub type

Residential

Style

OneAndOneHalfStory

Lot size

0.5 acres

Year built

2026

Garage

4 Attached

Included appliances

Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove

Basement

EgressWindows,Finished

School district

Waukee

Annual taxes

$4

HOA

$375/annually

MLS area

West Des Moines

Builder

Embarq Signature Homes

List date

May 5, 2026

Days on market

139

MLS last updated

Sep 21, 2026

MLS #

740056

Interior

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

Exterior & utilities

Exterior features
Sprinkler Irrigation, Outdoor Kitchen, 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

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Estimated monthly payment

$7,074 /mo

Principal & interest$6,157
Est. property taxes$0
Est. homeowners insurance$885
HOA$31
Down payment$250,000
Loan amount$1,000,000

Location

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

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