This 1885 Folk Victorian home showcases a classic layout, blending character and function in every detail. Its wraparound front porch, both open and enclosed, plus the parlor, living, and dining rooms provide gracious spaces for entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen, complemented by a cozy hearth room, overlook the backyard. Four bedrooms, including one with direct kitchen access, offer flexibility. One half bath on main floor, one full bath on second floor with the potential to add a second bath in the second floor sun room - and create a primary suite. Thoughtful architectural features include large windows, pocket doors, wood-burning fireplace with unique mantel and surround, original moldings, extra tall ceilings and charming bay windows. Sited on two lots totaling just under half an acre (100' wide by 199' deep). Eligible buyers may qualify for the City of Des Moines property tax abatement. To ensure all interested parties can thoroughly tour the property, offers are due two weeks from listing date, on Thursday, October 2nd, at 5pm. Please call listing agent to schedule a tour or request additional photos and property details.
Sold for $350,000 on 10/24/25
Zestimate®
$350,000
330 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50312
4beds
2,282sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
0.46 Acres Lot
$350,000 Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$2,353 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 24, 2025 at 09:15am
Listed by:
Rose Green (773)844-1782,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Mary Godwin
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 726553
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Daylight,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,282
- Total interior livable area: 2,282 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 100' x 199'
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 090/04885000000 & 090/04886000000
- Zoning: N1A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete
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