This classic colonial home stands along sycamore-lined Polk Boulevard in Des Moines? Waveland Park neighborhood on a nearly half acre property perfectly, blending classic charm with modern amenities, including an in-ground pool and indoor sauna. You?ll experience the home's timeless character: hardwood floors, vintage lighting, extensive original woodwork, built-in cabinets and shelves. The sunlit first floor includes a welcoming living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, renovated, eat-in kitchen with built in banquette, powder room, and south-facing sunroom that opens to a raised deck overlooking the in-ground, heated, saltwater pool. Upstairs, you?ll find three spacious bedrooms-the primary offering a private sundeck with serene views of the backyard, and a large, updated full bath. The fully finished basement provides a versatile recreation room, additional bath with a shower, and a refreshing sauna.This well-maintained residence boasts a durable clay tile roof, and maximizes energy efficiency with all new Anderson replacement windows and exterior doors and garage solar panels. The backyard oasis includes a pool/playhouse and ample deck and pool-side patio space perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Just a short walk away, residents can enjoy the Waveland golf course and tennis courts, shops and dining options along 42nd Street and University Avenue, along with convenient access to local schools. This home is ready for you to move and enjoy all summer long!
Pending
$645,000
1060 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
2,082sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.42 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$310/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceIn-ground poolHeated saltwater poolFinished basementOriginal woodworkRecreation roomRaised deck
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Listing updated: May 06, 2025 at 07:03am
Listed by:
Rose Green (773)844-1782,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 717146
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air, See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,082
- Total interior livable area: 2,082 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
- Fencing: Metal,Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 09006490000000
- Zoning: N1B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle,Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $310/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $482,400
- Annual tax amount: $9,490
- Date on market: 5/2/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete
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