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Des Moines,IA 50312
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Residential
Listing Status Pending
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,473 sqft
Price per Sqft $403
MLS Listing ID 727710
Style One and One Half Story,Traditional
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Three Quarter Bath 1
Year Built 1949
Annual Tax Amount $8,322
Tax Year 2026
Lot Size 0.394 Acres
Property Sub-Type Residential
Property Description
Beautifully Updated Home South of Grand with Direct Trail Access to Waterworks Park. This charming and
thoughtfully updated home is ideally located South of Grand and backs directly to the scenic trails of Waterworks
Park — offering both privacy and outdoor adventure right from your backyard. The spacious primary suite is located upstairs and features a remodeled full ensuite bathroom, a walk-in closet, and a dedicated space perfect for a home office or nursery. The open-concept main floor includes two additional bedrooms and a fully remodeled ¾ bathroom, making the layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Recently refinished hardwood floors and abundant natural light create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. Step outside to enjoy the expansive 750 sq ft deck — a private outdoor retreat perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. Custom upgrades include hurricane shutters on the living room picture window, a beautifully crafted coat closet with a built-in bench and cubbies, and a newly added electric fireplace with custom mantel and hearth. Major system updates provide peace of mind: newer windows, roof, HVAC, and a radon mitigation system are all in place. Additional upgrades include a reverse osmosis system in the kitchen and a whole-house water filtration system installed in 2025. This move-in ready home blends modern updates, character, and an unbeatable location.
Location
State IA
County Polk
Area Des Moines West
Zoning N5
Interior
Heating Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Electric,Fireplace Screen
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck,Fully Fenced
Parking Features Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence Wood,Full
Roof Type Asphalt,Shingle
Building
Lot Description Rectangular Lot
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Schools
School District Des Moines Independent
Others
Monthly Total Fees $693
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional