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122 E Porter Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50315
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Bed 3

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Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,414

Sqft

Acres0.35

Acre(Lot)

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1.5-story home, ideally located near schools, dining, and just a few miles from downtown Des Moines, on .35 (m/l) acre lot! The inviting main level features hardwood floors in the dining area, tile flooring in the kitchen, and a spacious living room with new carpet. Enjoy 9' ceilings w/ recessed lighting, a full bath, convenient main-floor laundry, and a dedicated office with a built-in bookcase. The bright kitchen offers a center island with sink and plenty of windows that fill the home with natural light. Upstairs, you'll find a generously sized primary suite complete with a 3/4 bath and two closets, along with two additional bedrooms. Step through the sliders onto the deck and enjoy the fully fenced backyard—perfect for rela xing or entertaining. Additional highlights include a new roof installed in 2023 and a convenient location close to all that Des Moines has to offer. Don't miss the opportunity to make this welcoming home your own!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $229,900

AD Id : 91027757

MLS Id : 748666

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.35 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,414

Tax Amount : 3828.00

Year Built : 1910

Garage : 1

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1910 Building Area Total: 1414 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 75X205 Main Square Feet: 0.353 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.353 Lot Size Square Feet: 15375 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $229900 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 12005868001000 Annual Tax: $3828 Tax Legal Desc: S 220 F E 75 F LOT 26 THOMAS HEIGHTS 2ND ADD

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • Location Information

    Direction: Heading South on 9th St turn W on Porter Ave, house will be on N side of Porter Ave WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/06/2026 @ 15:59

MLS: 748666 LISTED BY: Josh Baker, Iowa Realty Indianola 515-453-6600 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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