542 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313
- $95,000
- 6
- BD
- 2
- BA
- 2,954
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $95,000
- List Price
- $100,000
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- 733556
- Year Built
- 1900
- Closing Date
- Jun 17, 2026
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living Area
- 2,954
- Lot Size
- 7,700
- Region
- Des Moines N.East
Property Description
Step into a rare value-add opportunity with this grand Victorian gem—an investor’s dream with serious upside potential. Boasting nearly 3,000 square feet, this historically rich property offers the perfect canvas for a high-impact flip or income-producing transformation. Once a cornerstone of this iconic neighborhood, the home has functioned as both a spacious single-family residence and a multiplex, giving savvy buyers multiple exit strategies. With 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the scale alone opens the door for strong resale margins or rental income optimization. Original character and architectural charm are waiting to be revived, making this an ideal project for flippers or investors looking to capitalize on both historic appeal and modern demand. Opportunities like this don’t come around often—bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this standout property. Sold AS IS.
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Additional Information
- Street Name
- Guthrie Avenue
- Agent Id
- 6342
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar
- Garage
- Yes
- Roof
- Asphalt, Shingle
- Zip
- 50313
- Region
- Des Moines N.East
- Style
- Two Story
- City
- Des Moines
- Acres
- 0.18
- School District
- Des Moines Independent
- Zoning
- N5
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Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Impact. Selling Office: Realty ONE Group Impact.
Data courtesy of the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS