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West Des Moines WOW House: See What You Can Get for Just Under $1 Million

This sprawling 6,000-square-foot house at 1738 Plum Thicket Lane can be yours for less than $1 million. Click to see inside.

This new West Des Moines listing in Iowa's only gated community offers more than 6,000 square feet of living space, including five bedrooms, seven bathrooms and three fireplaces.

It can be yours for $795,000.

Here's what AOL Real Estate says about it:

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Opportunity is knocking! Enjoy this spectacular 1.5 story style home located in Glen Oaks Private Residential Golf Community. This elegant brick home … was originally built by Showcase Homes. The views are wonderful throughout the home.

The architectural detail is superb. The property is located on a private cul-de-sac street and sits on a .7 acre lot. The floor plan creates a perfect balance of volume and intimacy with the vaulted ceilings and private spaces such as the main floor study. Many recent updates throughout the home include several rooms of carpet, brush nickel hardware and painting. The development features a private country club and 18 hole championship Tom Fazio designed golf course. The home is located close to upscale restaurants and shopping. Exceptional value and priced well below assessed value!

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