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3936 University Avenue #3

Des Moines, IA 50311
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$79,500 $335/Mo
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

SqFt882

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This spacious 2 bedroom 1 bath condo has beautiful hardwood floors, large rooms to enjoy, many windows, great storage, a beautiful view of the large green space in the front, loads of charm and built-ins, and so much more! There is also additional storage and access to the washer and dryer in the basement. Association dues of $375 per month cover heat, water, trash, & outside exterior maintenance as well as all common areas. Super location, less than 1 blk. from Hy-Vee/Drugtown shopping center, great restaurants, and within walking distance of the Roosevelt shopping center, Drake campus, and so much more! Don't miss this exceptional condo and book your showing today!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $79,500

AD Id : 75475531

MLS Id : 734660

Beds : 2

Living Area Size : 882

Year Built : 1926

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished

  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood, Tile

  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle

  • Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave

  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Window Unit(s)

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1926 Building Area Total: 882 Construction Materials: Brick Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered Private Pool: No Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $79500 Original Price: $80000 Cash, Conventional, USDA Loan, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 09000812003000 Tax Legal Desc: UNIT 3 BUENA VISTA APARTMENTS

  • Garage Information

    Pets Allowed: Size Limit
    Homeowners Association Information
    Has Association: Yes Included Fees: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash HOA: $375.00

  • Location Information

    Direction: 42nd Street, north to University, East 1 block on University on the south side of the street. Go into the driveway, which will take you to the back of the building. It's the middle building and lockbox will be on the patio next to the entrance. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Fire Alarm
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4902 University Avenue .., Des Moines, IA, 50311 $149,900 2 2 1,202 1,202 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/10/2026 @ 09:25

MLS: 734660 LISTED BY: Shannon Coryell, RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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