Nicely updated move-in-ready classic Des Moines Craftsman 2-story home. This 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home has had extensive updates inside and out without sacrificing its original charm and character. New roof, new siding, new A/C, remodeled kitchen, new appliances, the list goes on and on. The 1st floor plan has a large living room with a wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, remodeled kitchen, and laundry/half bathroom. All 3 bedrooms are on the second floor along with a full bathroom, and an enclosed three season porch. Enjoy entertaining outdoors on one of 2 porches either in your backyard or just sitting out front visiting with your new neighbors. Convenient to Waveland, Drake, The Shops at Roosevelt, Des Moines Playhouse, and easy access to the freeway.
Sold
$242,500
1215 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,903sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
9,888 sqft lot
$276,700 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 31, 2022 at 08:57am
Listed by:
Dana Lathrop 515-313-8536,
Iowa Realty Ankeny
Bought with:
Zac Bales-Henry
Black Phoenix Group
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 656751

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,903
- Total interior livable area: 1,903 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence
- Fencing: Wood,Partial
Lot
- Size: 9,888 sqft
- Dimensions: 56 x 176
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10004438000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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