684 Bridal Row, Des Moines, IA 50314

COMPLETELY RENOVATED. TAX ABATEMENT. BRING YOUR REALTOR. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Des Moines history, one of the Cottages of Bridal Row! Built in 1888 by the Hoyt Sherman family, this home's nearly 2,000 square feet belies its charming appearance from the outside. You'll love the gorgeous total renovation that mixes clean, modern lines with vintage woodwork and the original hardwood floors throughout, and you'll appreciate it even more when you realize property tax abatement through 2024 saves you hundreds per month! The kitchen, a showstopper that's been published in two Meredith magazines, features salvaged 100-year-old barnwood shelving, concrete countertops, stainless-steel appliances (all stay), island seating, and a handcrafted custom light fixture. The attached butler's pantry offers granite countertops, plenty of closed-door storage, and a built-in climate-controlled wine fridge. Extend your living space to the beautiful three-season screen porch that looks out onto a fenced backyard with plenty of room for kids and dogs (even chickens!) to roam. Back inside, a custom staircase crafted by Factor Fabrication welcomes guests into the two-story entryway, and an opened-up floor plan respects the home's Victorian heritage while allowing easy movement among the living room, parlor, and dining room. A versatile floorplan upstairs features three bedrooms and two full baths (antique claw-foot tub in one, modern tiled triple shower in the other), two walk-in closets and en-suite high-efficiency Whirlpool washer and dryer. And the original servants' staircase makes it easy to sneak down to the kitchen for a midnight snack! All of the hard work has been done in this home--wiring, plumbing, and HVAC have all been replaced with modern systems, the roof has been replaced, windows have been restored or replaced with high-quality wood units, and all siding has been repaired/replaced and professionally painted. Move right in and enjoy the prime location that's an easy walk to all of downtown Des Moines's best restaurants, attractions, and employers. Seller will pay buyer's Realtor commission. Contact seller for a private showing today.