2816 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321
- $365,000
- 4
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 2,164
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $365,000
- List Price
- $374,000
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- 742420
- Year Built
- 1970
- Closing Date
- Jul 27, 2026
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Living Area
- 2,164
- Region
- Des Moines S.West
Property Description
Nestled among the mature trees of Des Moines' desirable Southwestern Hills, this beautifully maintained two-story home offers generous living spaces, extensive updates, and exceptional convenience. Double front doors open to an inviting main level featuring a cozy family room with a striking brick fireplace and built-in shelving, while the oversized formal living room is filled with natural light from newer windows. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers abundant workspace, a brick-accented range area, and an open layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient main-floor laundry room and half bath complete the level. The second floor features four spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a tiled shower and ample closet space. Three additional bedrooms and a large full bath provide flexibility for family, guests, or home office needs. The finished lower level includes a comfortable family room, wet bar, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard highlighted by a spacious deck. Updates include new HVAC (2024), LG dishwasher (2024), roof (2016), windows (2019), LVP flooring (2022), water heater (2022), toilets (2022), professionally cleaned ductwork (2024), radon mitigation system (2025), and complete exterior painting (2025). Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, the Airport, Gray's Lake, Water Works Park, walking paths, and bike trails, this move-in-ready home combines space, comfort, and convenience in one exceptional package.
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Additional Information
- Street Name
- Watrous Avenue
- Agent Id
- 505887
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Basement
- Finished
- Foundation
- Block
- Garage
- Yes
- Roof
- Asphalt, Shingle
- Zip
- 50321
- Region
- Des Moines S.West
- Style
- Two Story, Traditional
- City
- Des Moines
- School District
- Des Moines Independent
- Zoning
- RES
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Listing courtesy of Century 21 Signature. Selling Office: Realty ONE Group Impact.
Data courtesy of the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS