1229 47th Street
Des Moines, IA 50311
3
Bed
1
Bath
1,114Sqft
0.15Acre(Lot)
Welcome home to 1229 47th Street! This charming bungalow offers all the character and woodwork buyers love in the Waveland neighborhood. Inside, you'll find a flexible primary space that can serve as a spacious bedroom, home office, or bonus living area. The remodeled kitchen opens to a highly functional dining room with extended cabinetry, providing extra storage and workspace rarely found in homes of this era. Outside, enjoy the fenced backyard?perfect for pets, play, or entertaining. Downstairs, the finished rec room adds valuable extra living space for movie nights, hobbies, or a home gym. Priced with today's buyer in mind, this home delivers character, updates, and value in one of Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today!
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Features
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 3Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1920 Building Area Total: 1114 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 50X134 Main Square Feet: 0.154 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.154 Lot Size Square Feet: 6700 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $240000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 10011178000000 Annual Tax: $4514 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 4 SCHWEIKER PLACE
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Parking Information
Attached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1
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Location Information
Direction: University Avenue turn north onto 47th Street. 1229 is on the east side of the street. WaterSource: Public
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1440 21st Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $190,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,196 | 2,196 SqFt |
| 1131 22nd Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $285,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,010 | 2,010 SqFt |
| 1314 22nd Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $505,000 | 10 | -- | 4,140 | 4,140 SqFt |
| 2210 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $179,900 | 4 | 3 | 1,440 | 1,440 SqFt |
| 1357 23rd Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $115,000 | 2 | 1 | 795 | 795 SqFt |
| 2303 Carpenter Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $225,000 | 1 | -- | 2,734 | 2,734 SqFt |
| 1107 24th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $399,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,192 | 2,192 SqFt |
| 1011 24th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $290,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,452 | 1,452 SqFt |
| 1121 26th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $429,900 | 6 | 3 | 2,283 | 2,283 SqFt |
| 1132 26th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 | $524,900 | 4 | 3 | 1,932 | 1,932 SqFt |
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