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3770 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

Polk County

Key Facts

2Beds
2Baths
953Sq Ft
1905Year Built
0.10Lot (acres)
1Garage

Description

Timeless Craftsman character blends beautifully with contemporary-styled kitchen & baths in unbeatable location! On the bike path & bus route and only a few blocks west of Drake University, the vibrant Ingersoll District, and quick access to I-235, downtown, hospitals, Roosevelt High School, the Des Moines Playhouse, and several houses of worship. Listen for the soothing mellow sound of church bells as you relax in the newly landscaped private backyard sanctuary. Watch the world go by reflectng on your day sitting on your shady front porch in this walkable neighborhood. Off the living room is your own work-from-home office with elegant French doors. Large kitchen features contemporary cabinetry plus NEW SS refridgerator & NEW dishwasher. The formal dining room & living room offer ample space for entertaining. Contemporary glass & ceramic tile walls & vessel sinks set off the half bath on the main floor and full bath upstairs. New in June: Interior and exterior paint, four NEW light fixtures & ceiling fan and motion-sensor yard light, NEW Greige colored friese carpet over original hardwood floors (both on main floor & upstairs), NEW garbage disposal, some NEW plumbing, two NEW kitchen appliances (above), NEW garage door and NEW back storm door. No worries about the solid furnace, central air, water heater & roof. Solid historic home. Not a flip. This is a rare beauty. Act fast before it's gone.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Craftsman, One And One Half Story

Year Built

1905

Living Area

953 sq ft

Lot Size

0.10 acres

Lot Dimensions

41x100

Garage Spaces

1

Zoning

NX1

Days on Market

9

MLS® Listing#

743818

Property Features

Appliances

CooktopDryerDishwasherRefrigeratorWasher

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Flooring

CarpetHardwoodLaminateTile

Basement

Unfinished

Parking

DetachedGarage

Fencing

Wood

Lot Features

Rectangular Lot

Construction

Wood Siding

Foundation

BlockBrick/MortarStone

Roof

AsphaltShingle

Security

Smoke Detector(s)

Community

Sidewalks

Utilities

Cable Available

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual Taxes

$2,928

Parcel Number

09003382000000

Directions

Go east from 42nd & University. South side of street. First house facing University past the house on the SE corner of 38th & University. Third of 3 adjacent driveways. Sneaks up on you.

Affordability Calculator

$41,980

Estimated monthly payment

$1,117/mo

Principal $167,920 · Est. interest $234,263 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

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

$293,805
Median Listing Price
59
Median Days on Market
1,404
Median Sq Ft
$204
Median Price / Sq Ft
1,316
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 29% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 8% 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

  • Children's Garden

    Elementary · 0.3 mi away

  • Hubbell Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.7 mi away

  • Des Moines Roosevelt Roughrider Athletics and Activities

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Perkins Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.7 mi away

  • Theodore Roosevelt High School

    Secondary · 0.7 mi away

  • Callanan Middle School

    Secondary · 0.8 mi away

  • Ruby van Meter School

    School · 0.9 mi away

  • Plymouth Nursery School

    School · 1.0 mi away

  • Monroe Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.1 mi away

  • Franklin Jr High Event Center

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • Des Moines Public Schools

    Elementary · 1.2 mi away

  • School of Mary - Montessori

    Elementary · 1.2 mi away

  • St. Augustin School

    School · 1.3 mi away

  • Martin Luther King Academy

    School · 1.4 mi away

  • King Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Edmunds Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.5 mi away

  • Holy Trinity Catholic Church

    School · 1.6 mi away

  • St Theresa School

    School · 1.6 mi away

  • Merrill Middle School

    Secondary · 1.6 mi away

  • Jewels Academy

    School · 1.6 mi away

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EXIT Agents in Des Moines

Listing Courtesy: Action Realty - (515) 240-3805

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