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$549,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 747824 MLS
If you value historic character, meticulous care, timeless architecture, and a neighborhood that feels like a true community, this Waterbury home is a must-see. Situated on a flat lot with an attached two-car garage and convenient access to walking and biking trails, this home offers exceptional charm inside and out. Beautiful hardwood floors, walnut doors, and detailed trim flow throughout the home. Highlights include two wood-burning fireplaces, a three-season enclosed porch off the living room, a laundry chute, and custom blinds throughout. The kitchen features solid oak cabinetry, a built-in glass-front china cabinet, and a cozy breakfast nook. Three oversized bedrooms and a full bath are located on the second floor, while the main level and basement each offer a half bath. The partially finished basement includes a family room with a wood-burning fireplace, providing flexible space for an additional family room, office, or recreation area. Outdoor living shines with an oversized deck offering room for grilling and privacy created by mature landscaping. A private second-floor deck overlooks the beautifully terraced backyard. A separate permanent staircase leads to the third floor, offering excellent potential for additional living space or storage. Topping it all off is a Ludowici Italian tile roof—an enduring hallmark of premium historic architecture. The lower back level of the property gives direct access to the bike path.

6045 N Waterbury Road, Des Moines

$249,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 747516 MLS
Classic Beaverdale charm meets modern updates in this inviting 1921 bungalow! With 1,084 sq ft of living space, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home has been thoughtfully updated while retaining the character that makes these homes so special. Enter through the charming vestibule featuring French glass doors that open into a spacious living room filled with natural light and beautiful hardwood floors. The remodeled kitchen offers an open breakfast bar, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. The remodeled full bath and all-new windows add to the home's move-in-ready appeal, while newer HVAC provides additional peace of mind. The full basement offers a non-conforming finished space, plus abundant storage for hobbies, projects and all the extras. And the garage is a rare find ? an expansive 2½-car garage with one side extending double-deep, providing room for up to 3 vehicles, toys or workshop space. Move right in, make this home yours, and enjoy being just minutes from the heart of Beaverdale, with nearby grocery stores, restaurants, local celebrations and all the neighborhood amenities that make this area so desirable. All information obtained from seller and public record.

3021 49th Street, Des Moines

$143,900
2 Beds 1 Baths 747410 MLS
Calling all mechanics, hobbyists, investors, and DIY enthusiasts! This charming ranch in a desirable south-side neighborhood is packed with opportunity. Inside, you will find beautiful hardwood floors, two main-level bedrooms, a spacious full bathroom, and a functional galley kitchen. The lower level offers a non-conforming third bedroom, a laundry area complete with washer and dryer, updated mechanicals, and plenty of space to finish a family room, home office, or recreation area. The true standout is the impressive 24' x 30' oversized garage...perfect for vehicles, a workshop, hobbies, or extra storage. It even includes attic storage and a pool table that stays with the home! Additional highlights include an updated air conditioning system and a generously sized backyard with room to relax, garden, or entertain. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, parks, Blank Park Zoo, downtown Des Moines, and major highways, this home combines a great location with incredible potential. Whether you are looking for your first home, an investment property, or your next project, this is an opportunity you will not want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!

1334 Wade Street, Des Moines

$310,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 747463 MLS
Welcome to 3700 SE 24th Ct, a charming and well-maintained home ideally situated at the end of a quiet, low-traffic cul-de-sac in Southside Des Moines. This peaceful neighborhood setting offers a quiet retreat with minimal passing traffic, all while being just minutes from Easter Lake and providing quick access to SE 14th St and I-235 for an easy commute. Inside, the home delivers great peace of mind with key 2026 exterior and interior updates, including a partial roof repair, new gutters, and fresh paint. The functional layout highlights stylishly painted kitchen cabinets from 2023 and a microwave replaced in 2025. This turn-key home is ready for you to move right in. Schedule your private showing today!

3700 SE 24th Court, Des Moines

$249,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 747450 MLS
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on a spacious lot along a quiet south-side street. The enclosed front porch offers a warm welcome with newer bamboo flooring, fresh paint, and abundant natural light. Inside, classic charm meets modern convenience. The living room features hardwood floors, arched doorways, fresh paint, a newer ceiling fan, and stunning original woodwork. The formal dining room is perfect for entertaining and leads to the updated kitchen, complete with new hardware, sink, faucet, tile backsplash, and refreshed finishes. The main-floor bath has been updated with a new vanity, mirror, and lighting. Two main-level bedrooms showcase original oak flooring and timeless craftsmanship. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite provides a private retreat with large windows, newer carpet, and an ensuite bath. The partially finished lower level adds flexible living space with sealed walls, fresh paint, drywall, and carpeting. Outside, enjoy a large patio overlooking the fully fenced backyard, enhanced by newer retaining walls, landscaping, and gutters. A newer furnace adds comfort and peace of mind. Move-in ready and full of character, this well-maintained home offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and thoughtful updates. Schedule your private showing today!

3516 Keyes Drive, Des Moines

$260,000
5 Beds 2 Baths 747359 MLS
Come check out this great up-down duplex opportunity near the Highland Park neighborhood! Whether you're looking to add a cash-flowing property to your portfolio or explore the possibilities of house hacking, this property offers plenty of potential. The upper unit features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, an apartment-style layout, and its own private driveway. The lower unit offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, an additional non-conforming room in the basement, and a partially finished lower level. This unit also features its own private driveway, a 2-car detached garage, and a private fenced backyard. Recent improvements include a new roof, new gutters, and a radon mitigation system already in place, giving the next owner some valuable updates from day one. Don't miss the opportunity to acquire a property with the potential to generate cash flow while offering separate spaces and amenities for each unit. Book your showing today!

4004 Cornell Street, Des Moines

$185,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 747130 MLS
Tucked into Des Moines, this updated bungalow offers 2 bedrooms and a full bath conveniently located on the main level, alongside a kitchen that has been thoughtfully updated for easy everyday living. The basement is fully finished, adding both a bonus room and a family room, giving you even more space to spread out, entertain, or make your own. A brand-new electrical panel is already in place, offering real peace of mind from day one. A brand-new front porch adds great curb appeal, and outside, the oversized 2-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles, projects, or extra storage, plus electricity already in place for added convenience, with an added parking pad next to the driveway for guests or additional vehicles. With this many updates already done for you, all that's left is to move in and enjoy.

2521 Garfield Avenue, Des Moines

$315,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 747344 MLS
Nestled in the historic Waveland Park neighborhood, this charming Arts & Crafts bungalow blends timeless character with thoughtful updates. Original woodwork, classic built-ins, and fresh paint throughout preserve the home's historic appeal while creating a warm, inviting space. The kitchen has been refreshed with stainless steel appliances and a new sink, offering modern convenience while complementing the home's original charm. With three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a finished basement featuring a fourth non-conforming bedroom that has previously been used as a primary suite, there's plenty of flexible living space to fit your needs. The spacious upstairs bedroom also includes a large closet area. Over the years, the home has seen numerous improvements, including a new roof (2024), fresh interior paint, stainless steel appliances, updated basement carpet and trim, a new kitchen sink, and an updated front entry with a stamped concrete walkway. Offering the character of a historic bungalow, flexible living space, and a location in one of Des Moines' most beloved neighborhoods, this Waveland home is ready to welcome you home.

1507 48th Street, Des Moines

$327,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 747306 MLS
This classic Craftsman home pairs historic charm w/ substantial updates throughout & offers over 3,000 sq ft of living space, 4+ bedrooms & 3 bathrooms - offering the space & flexibility, including multi-generational living. Original refinished hardwood floors & beautifully preserved woodwork. The main level features a spacious living room w/ wood-burning fireplace, french doors to a bright sunroom, formal dining room w/ built-in cabinetry & stained-glass window, kitchen w/ cozy breakfast nook & full bath. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms w/ hardwood floors & large closets. The primary bedroom includes a sunroom/sitting area & laundry space. A full bath w/ original tile & updated plumbing completes this level. The versatile 3rd floor offers even more possibilities for a home office, guest space or additional living area. The lower level expands the home's flexibility w/ a non-conforming bedroom, exercise/living area, ¾ bath, wet bar, storage & tuck under garage - offering potential for guests or rental opportunity. Outside, enjoy a privacy-fenced backyard w/ lovely garden, rose bushes, peach tree & large updated deck (2023). Alley access leads to a 2-car detached garage w/ insulated doors & openers (2024). Parking available in front & in back. Other updates include a new gas line, hot water heater, gutters, storm doors, & sump pump. Located in an NFC area, which may provide eligible buyers financing & home improvement incentives. All information obtained from public & seller records.

1518 E 9th Street, Des Moines

$220,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 747039 MLS
Adorable 1.5-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home tucked away on a cul-de-sac. The fenced ¼-acre lot offers plenty of room for a garden, pets, play, and outdoor entertaining. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, a coved ceiling, white trim, and an updated kitchen featuring white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a cozy breakfast nook. Two bedrooms and a full bath are located on the main level, while the spacious upstairs bedroom has a full bath of its own with a tiled shower and updated vanity. Storage is plentiful with closets and built-in shelving throughout. The lower level adds even more usable space with a family room, non-conforming bedroom, laundry area with washer and dryer included, and a workshop area with an additional refrigerator. Outside, there’s even more to appreciate: a heated 1+ car garage with updated electrical, gazebo, playground, storage shed, newer sidewalk and stoops, and mature shade trees. Major improvements include the roof (2018) and a basement perimeter system (2021). And when it’s time to get out and explore, Union Park Splash Pad, Heritage Carousel, Birdland Pool, and Riverview Park are all nearby. A comfortable home, a great yard, and plenty of space inside and out. Some photos are virtually staged.

505 E Holcomb Avenue, Des Moines

$215,000
3 Beds 1 Baths 747066 MLS
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home nestled on a beautiful tree-lined street near Wakonda Golf Club. Offering 1,271 square feet of living space, the home features two bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main level, along with a spacious finished upper level that makes for a private third bedroom. The partially finished basement provides additional living or entertaining space while still offering plenty of storage. One of the highlights of the home is the beautiful 3-season porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee, relaxing in the evenings, or entertaining friends and family. Step outside to a fully fenced, flat and usable backyard surrounded by the mature trees and established landscaping that are hard to replicate with new construction. A detached 1-car garage provides additional parking and storage, and the roof was replaced in 2022. Conveniently located near golf, walking paths, parks, shopping, dining, and everything southwest Des Moines has to offer, this home delivers the character of an established neighborhood with plenty of space to enjoy both inside and out.

1309 Broad Street, Des Moines

$209,900
3 Beds 2 Baths 746979 MLS
Not every home needs to be finished before you find it. Sometimes the opportunity is finding one that's been cared for, works the way it should, and still leaves enough undone for you to make it yours. This 3-bedroom ranch offers 1,160 square feet on the main level with a full bath plus an additional half bath. Downstairs, a fourth non-conforming bedroom is already in place, with additional space offering the potential for another living area, office, hobby room or whatever life calls for next. The finishes aren't pretending to be brand newand that's part of the opportunity. Move in. Live in it. Then decide what you would change. All of it sits in an established Des Moines neighborhood with convenient access to the rest of the metro. You could pay more for someone else's version of finished. Or you could start here and make this one yours.

3005 Madison Avenue, Des Moines

$185,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 746950 MLS
Take a look at this charming bungalow blending 1920s character with chic boho vibes and modern touches throughout. From the rich original woodwork to the dreamy claw foot bathtub, this 1300 plus square foot home is full of warmth and personality. Upstairs you’ll find two large bedrooms with deep closets and ample storage. Downstairs offers over 400 square feet of additional living space, perfect for a cozy family room or playroom, plus a spacious non conforming bedroom that would be ideal for guests, a teen retreat, or a private home office setup. Enjoy summer evenings on the oversized front porch, perfect for sipping your morning coffee, relaxing with a book, or catching up with friends. Out back, you’ll love the fenced, treed backyard complete with a storage shed and garden space. This one has the character, the space, and the vibe. It just feels like home. Many new updates including roof.

3816 3rd Street, Des Moines

$539,900
3 Beds 2 Baths 746960 MLS
Located in the historic Waterbury neighborhood, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-story home has been lovingly cared for by its original owner. Featuring numerous recent updates, including a newer roof, furnace, air conditioning, deck, interior paint, and more, this home is truly move-in ready. The main level offers plenty of space to live and entertain, featuring a spacious formal sitting area, dining room, oversized living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms and an additional bathroom, providing plenty of room for family and guests. The finished lower level adds even more living space with a comfortable family room featuring new carpet—perfect for movie nights, a play area, or relaxing. Outside, enjoy the beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard and deck, offering a private setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Iowa summers. A well-maintained home in one of Des Moines’ most desirable historic neighborhoods, with space, updates, character, and location—all in one package. This is the one you’ve been waiting for in the heart of Des Moines!

648 56th Street, Des Moines

$239,900
3 Beds 2 Baths 746939 MLS
WATERBURY BRICK RANCH home alert! Boasting around 1,500 square feet of finished space including a walk-out basement with a huge 320 square foot back deck! Need an Airbnb/VRBO in a great location? This could be it! Close to Willow on Grand, a newer event space, and walking distance for many to restaurants and bars. The home has a current rental certificate and the furniture is negotiable. This 3-bedroom, 2 bath home features a main level w/ two bedrooms, full bathroom, living room/dining area, kitchen w/ breakfast nook, and kitchen. The basement has a large living space, bedroom en-suite with sitting room/closet, bedroom, and ¾ bath. Stepping out to back yard from your walk-out basement, you will encounter a newer large back deck that spans the length of the home plus a fenced-in yard with some trees. Easy flooring care as there is no carpet. Extra off-street parking pad plus garage accessible through the covered front porch. This home has a great location for any use. Easy access to i235 and a short distance to Valley Junction! Place a call to your agent to see this home today before it is gone!

418 60th Street, Des Moines

$274,900
2 Beds 2 Baths 746820 MLS
Welcome home to this one-of-a-kind property where space, character, and exceptional outdoor living come together! Lovingly owned by the same family for the past 25 years, this home has been thoughtfully customized and filled with personality. Offering 2 conforming bedrooms, 2 additional nonconforming bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms, you’ll have plenty of flexible space for guests, hobbies, a home office, or a growing household. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area is perfect for entertaining with abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, a breakfast bar with additional seating, a large pantry, and room for a full dining table. Step outside to your own private retreat featuring beautifully landscaped grounds with vibrant flowers, mature plantings, and multiple butterfly gardens. Enjoy the expansive deck, unwind beneath the covered cabana, cool off in the saltwater above-ground pool, or entertain with ease thanks to French doors leading to a unique dry bar. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the heated detached garage with room for up to four vehicles, a 9,000-pound vehicle lift, and an attached workshop. A greenhouse and chicken coop complete the property, offering endless opportunities for gardening, hobby farming, or simply enjoying the outdoors. If you’re searching for a home with unforgettable character, incredible entertaining spaces, and amenities you won’t find every day, this is one you won’t want to miss! Seller offering home warranty.

330 Greenfield Parkway, Des Moines

$180,000
3 Beds 1 Baths 746788 MLS
This is a great opportunity to own a solid home with many of the larger ticket items already addressed! This property offers plenty of potential to add your own personal touches and make it your own. The lower level includes two non-conforming bedrooms and extra room for hobby space, storage, and more. Situated on nearly 1/3 acre, the spacious yard offers room for outdoor living, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying your own private space. The home does have some cosmetic updates needed and is being sold AS-IS, making it a great option for those looking for value and the opportunity to customize. Don't miss the chance to make this home your own! All information obtained from seller and public records.

36 E Thornton Avenue, Des Moines

$375,000
8 Beds 5 Baths 746740 MLS
Rare opportunity to own a multifamily property in the heart of one of Des Moines' most iconic neighborhoods. Located just steps from the vibrant Ingersoll Avenue district, this apartment building offers investors a highly desirable location where tenants can enjoy walkable access to popular restaurants, coffee shops, local businesses, and entertainment. Surrounded by historic architecture and mature tree lined streets, the neighborhood blends timeless character with the convenience of urban living. Its strong sense of community, proximity to downtown, and enduring appeal continue to drive tenant demand, making this an excellent addition to any investment portfolio. Whether you're expanding your holdings or acquiring your first multifamily asset, 2901 High Street presents the opportunity to invest in a location known for its charm, walkability, and long-term rental strength.

2901 High Street, Des Moines

$474,900
4 Beds 2 Baths 746470 MLS
Completely reimagined from top to bottom with over 2,000 sq.ft. of finished living space! This exceptional two-story blends the character of an established neighborhood with the confidence of nearly every major improvement already being completed. Thoughtfully redesigned into an open-concept main level, the stunning kitchen features soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, range hood, under-counter beverage refrigerator, reverse osmosis drinking system and an expansive picture window overlooking the backyard. New dining room doors open to a new deck and fenced area with astroturf, making it perfect for pets. Enjoy the new stone patio and fire-pit on your nearly half-acre lot which offers plenty of room. The transformation continues with beautifully remodeled bathrooms, luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh carpet, professional interior and exterior paint, updated lighting, and a finished lower level with a spacious family room and a non-conforming fifth bedroom ideal for guests or a home office. Beyond the beautiful finishes, enjoy peace of mind knowing the big-ticket improvements are already done, including a newer roof on the home and detached garage, Pella double-hung windows, updated electrical panel, newer HVAC system, new gutters with LeafGuard, and two new garage door openers. This is a rare opportunity to own a home where someone else has already invested in the renovations. All information obtained from seller and public records.

216 SW 39th Street, Des Moines