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1309 E 28th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

Polk County

Key Facts

1Beds
1Baths
675Sq Ft
1955Year Built
0.17Lot (acres)
2Garage

Description

Welcome home to this well-loved estate property offering incredible potential and wonderful indoor and outdoor living spaces! You'll love the super cute curb appeal and the bright, window-filled sunroom…a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with a good book. Inside, the living room features a beautiful brick wood-burning fireplace and has been thoughtfully opened up to create extra gathering space. The kitchen offers granite countertops and marble flooring, a gas stove, refrigerator, freestanding dishwasher and microwave. The main level includes a bedroom with sliding doors to the deck and a full bath featuring marble floors and a walk-in tub for added accessibility. The partially finished lower level provides additional living space with a wood-burning stove, a non-conforming bedroom, laundry area with washer and dryer included, utility room, and a newer water heater. There are hardwood floors underneath the carpet. Step outside to enjoy the inground pool, complete with a storage shed for all your pool essentials, while the detached two-car garage with an attached workshop offers exceptional space for hobbies, projects, or extra storage. Located in an NFC lending area, eligible buyers may qualify for special financing programs, including forgivable renovation funds and down payment assistance, making it even easier to add your own personal touches and build equity. With solid bones and endless potential, this home is ready for its next chapter.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Ranch

Year Built

1955

Living Area

675 sq ft

Lot Size

0.17 acres

Lot Dimensions

50X150

Garage Spaces

2

Zoning

n3b

Days on Market

10

MLS® Listing#

744891

Property Features

Exterior

Storage

Appliances

CooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Flooring

CarpetVinyl

Fireplace

Wood Burning

Basement

Partially Finished

Pool

In Ground

Parking

DetachedGarage

Patio

Deck

Fencing

Wood

Lot Features

Rectangular Lot

Construction

Vinyl Siding

Foundation

Block

Roof

AsphaltShingle

Other Structures

Storage

Utilities

Cable Available

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual Taxes

$2,976

Parcel Number

06003531000000

Directions

From E 29th, turn west onto Garfield Avenue, right onto E 28th to home on the right.

Affordability Calculator

$33,700

Estimated monthly payment

$897/mo

Principal $134,800 · Est. interest $188,058 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Des Moines, IA

$294,567
Median Listing Price
57
Median Days on Market
1,410
Median Sq Ft
$203
Median Price / Sq Ft
1,324
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 43% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 23% above the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Des Moines, IA.

Location

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Points of Interest in Des Moines, IA

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Nearby Schools

  • Phillips Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.6 mi away

  • Stowe Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.6 mi away

  • Grand View Christian School

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Grandview Park Baptist Church

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • St. Josephs Catholic Church

    School · 0.9 mi away

  • Willard Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.9 mi away

  • Garton Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • McKee Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Goodrell Middle School

    Secondary · 1.5 mi away

  • Capitol View Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.7 mi away

  • Des Moines Public Schools

    Secondary · 1.9 mi away

  • Hiatt Middle School

    Secondary · 1.9 mi away

  • Brubaker Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.9 mi away

  • East High School

    Secondary · 2.1 mi away

  • Holy Family School

    Secondary · 2.3 mi away

  • Des Moines Public Schools

    Elementary · 2.5 mi away

  • Carver Elementary

    Elementary · 2.5 mi away

  • Cattell Elementary School

    Elementary · 2.6 mi away

  • Grand View Christian School

    School · 2.8 mi away

  • Madison Elementary School

    Elementary · 3.1 mi away

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EXIT Agents in Des Moines

Listing Courtesy: Century 21 Signature - (515) 208-1504

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