Discover serenity and sustainability in this enchanting Victorian home on a double lot boasting a curated perennial garden adorned with native plants, a tranquil shade garden, and a thriving vegetable garden connected by newly laid antique brick paths. Nestled in Sherman Hill, this haven offers an idyllic escape for nature enthusiasts, garden entertaining and garden aficionados alike. This home boasts beautiful woodwork, stained glass windows, and period lighting. A covered front porch with a view of the Iowa State Capitol leads to recently refurbished double front doors with beveled glass that welcome you into a stunning entry hall with ornate staircase. With large doorways between main level rooms, the home feels very open with tons of light from many tall windows. The kitchen has custom oak cabinetry and a newer LG refrigerator, dishwasher & microwave. There is a small bedroom/office on the first floor along with a laundry and ½ bath. Front and back staircases lead upstairs to 3 bedrooms (one of which was recently expanded to include a former hallway, 2 bathrooms (the stunning NW bathroom was recently and totally remodeled), 3 bedrooms, and a 2nd family room. Other updates include but not limited to: roof '19, furnace '18, A/C '23. Other very recent updates: refinished hardwood floors, 7 new Marvin windows, 2 new Larson storm doors, 2 antique side doors just installed, all interior paint, and wrought-iron like styled fencing. A full list of seller updates is available.
Sold
$455,000
720 15th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
4beds
2,236sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
10,410 sqft lot
$455,000 Zestimate®
$203/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 31, 2024 at 02:08pm
Listed by:
Robin Von Gillern (515)240-0500,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 699649
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, See Remarks
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,236
- Total interior livable area: 2,236 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Other,Full
Lot
- Size: 10,410 sqft
- Dimensions: 84 x 124
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 03003540001000
- Zoning: NX2A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Services availability

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