Welcome to your dream home, a stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom brick colonial. With over 3,000 sq ft of living space, this home combines timeless charm with modern updates. The brick façade and oversized two-car attached garage enhance its curb appeal, along with the Restoration Hardware exterior light fixtures. Inside, hardwood floors flow throughout. The updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, elegant countertops, subway tile backsplash, and a high-end gas range. Just off the kitchen, a spacious bonus room featuring a fireplace, a cozy space to gather, additional storage, and direct access to the deck and backyard. A formal dining room bathed in natural light is perfect for gatherings, while the sunroom with built-in bookshelves provides a peaceful retreat. Recent exterior improvements include new roof and gutters (‘24), extensive landscaping, including restoring the original stone garden in the backyard. Interior updates include a remodeled 3rd floor (‘21), new powder room fixtures, a wine refrigerator, and in the basement a mudroom entry off the garage. The backyard features a stone firepit patio, mature trees, a storage shed, and a large deck. Lovingly maintained by the same owners for nearly 40 years, this home combines historic charm with thoughtful improvements. Located near Waveland Golf Course, Polk Blvd, and schools, this exceptional property offers modern amenities and an unbeatable location.
Sold for $645,000 on 05/16/25
$645,000
4823 Algonquin Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311
5beds
3,017sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
0.32 Acres Lot
$646,000 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$2,732 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 20, 2025 at 06:45am
Listed by:
Kathryn Driscoll 515-453-6862,
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Bought with:
Kathryn Driscoll
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 710397
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Refrigerator, Stove, Wine Cooler, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,017
- Total interior livable area: 3,017 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Fire Pit
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 09006486000000
- Zoning: N1B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Three Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1923
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
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