This stunning Stick-style Victorian was originally built in 1889 + has been thoughtfully restored inside + out, boasting 5 beds, 5 baths, + over 2800 of finished living space. The 1st floor features a parlor w/ pocket doors, lg office (or spare bedroom), living room w/ oak fireplace, + formal dining room. New double-hung wood windows provide efficiency + natural light. Custom-milled trim, refinished 5-panel doors, inlaid cast iron grates, solid brass hardware, and marble accents provide a touch of elegance at every turn. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, w/ floor-to-ceiling maple cabinets, quartz countertops + SS appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen is a tiled mudroom + powder bath.Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet + full bath w/ original clawfoot tub. Down the hall are 3 beds + a 3/4 hall bath w/ operating transom windows, as well as a convenient laundry closet. The 3rd floor has been finished to provide over 500 sq ft of bonus space + another full bath. The LL has a new poured foundation w/ tall ceilings, all-new mechanicals, 2 egress windows + is ready for 1200+ sq ft of additional finish.Outside is a large deck for entertaining + a 2-car insulated carriage house w/ tall ceilings + a loft for storage (or potential finish as a studio space). The home’s exterior has been meticulously restored with cedar siding, half-round gutters, herringbone pavers, + a new front porch built to original specifications. Bonus! 10 years of tax abatement offer massive savings!
Sold
$800,000
693 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
5beds
2,807sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1889
7,100 sqft lot
$820,800 Zestimate®
$285/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 14, 2023 at 10:27am
Listed by:
Gina Swanson (515)224-4002,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
John Brummett
RE/MAX Precision
Shawna Jenson
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 681399
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Egress Windows,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,807
- Total interior livable area: 2,807 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,100 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 030/04214000000
- Zoning: NX2A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Three Story,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Rubber,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1889
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,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Services availability

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