Blocks away from Windsor Heights, this 2-bedroom home is close to Merle Hay Mall and has all the amenities you need. Adorable and full of charm, you will immediately feel at home. The kitchen has been updated with tile backsplash, new stainless steel appliances, fresh paint and farmhouse lighting. Original hardwood floors add to the character of the dining and living rooms. Big open windows allow for plenty of natural light. Two large bedrooms on the main level, plus a fully updated bathroom. Tons of linen and coat storage. Bonus mudroom/breezeway with sliding barn door leads to the attached garage. In the lower level, you will find a cute den with built-ins and a large second living room or rec space. Lots of built-in storage in the shop area. Convenient water closet next to laundry. Large deck and side yard make this house the perfect place to call home.
Sold
$225,000
5712 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
1,045sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1947
6,534 sqft lot
$227,000 Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 14, 2024 at 01:40pm
Listed by:
Abby Hausmann-Virgil 515-965-9100,
Keller Williams- Ankeny Metro
Bought with:
Member Non
CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 63833

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Half bathroom
- Level: Basement
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,Sump Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,045
- Total interior livable area: 1,045 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,045
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Porch - Open
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 100/11879000000
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block, Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Services availability

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