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$344,900$128 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $330,000 on Sep 28, 2026

5131 WALNUT RIDGE DR

DES MOINES, IA 50317
2
Baths
2,704 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$345K
$338K low$351K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Sep 28, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,956 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$387,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$62,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$325,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$363,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$387,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.34
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 144 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Delaware ElementaryB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Southeast Polk High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi
M
Southeast Polk Junior HighC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Southeast Polk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50317These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,396
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,850 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,561
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,313
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

5131 Walnut Ridge Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Des Moines 50317
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Brook Run VIllage
  • Among the largest homes in Des Moines 50317
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Brook Run VIllage
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Des Moines 50317

What homes are worth in Des Moines 50317

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$73K$381K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Des Moines 50317.

How it measures up in Des Moines 50317

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Moines 50317.

Estimated value$344,900
CheaperTypical $175,116Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,038 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrook Run VIllageDes Moines 50317Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$344,90073% of homes96% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1286% of homes22% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,704 ft²97% of homesalmost all homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac65% of homes63% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than200472% of homes91% of homes77% of homes

About 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr

How much is 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA is $344,900 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $338,429 to $351,371. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA last sell?

5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA last sold on Sep 28, 2026 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA?

5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA has 2 bathrooms, 2,704 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA built?

5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA?

5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA is assigned to Delaware Elementary (elementary), rated B; Southeast Polk High School (high), rated C-; Southeast Polk Junior High (middle), rated C+. All sit in Southeast Polk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA compare to other homes in Des Moines 50317?

Among the 13,853 homes in Des Moines 50317, it is worth more than 96% of them ($344,900 against a typical $175,116), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($128 against a typical $167), it is bigger than almost all of them (2,704 ft² against a typical 1,038 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (2004 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 67% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5131 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA was $6,956. The county assessed it at $387,600.

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