1706 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
3
Bed
2
Bath
1,784Sqft
0.15Acre(Lot)
Unique income-producing opportunity with this mixed-use property located along 6th Avenue in Des Moines, this prime location offers an evolving corridor experiencing and ongoing redevelopment and revitalization. This property features two residential units plus a commercial office space, creating multiple income opportunities. The main-level unit offers 1 bed/1 bath, while the upstairs unit offers 2 bed/1 bath. A detached 2-car garage adds additional value and storage. Numerous updates have been completed throughout, including a reworked boiler, new fire and carbon monoxide detectors, motion sensor lighting in building entryways and stairwell, gutted basement and tiled entryway floors. Unit 1 features new paint, ceiling/floor tile, ceiling fans, French doors, and a new kitchen countertop.
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 3Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2 -
Flooring Information
Hardwood, Tile -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
See Remarks Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Window Unit(s)
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Building Information
Year Built: 1906 Building Area Total: 1784 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered Private Pool: No -
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 50X128 Main Square Feet: 0.147 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.147 Lot Size Square Feet: 6400 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $246000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 08005227000000 Annual Tax: $3279.72 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 7 BLK 5 POLK COUNTY HOMESTEAD & TRUST CO ADD
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2
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Location Information
Direction: Take university north on 6th avenue to property. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 217 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $329,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,559 | 0.39 Acre |
| 227 Clark Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $209,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,339 | 0.35 Acre |
| 250 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $324,900 | 4 | 1 | 1,544 | 0.11 Acre |
| 1241 4th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $137,600 | 3 | 1 | 1,386 | 0.14 Acre |
| 1426 4th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $200,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,032 | 0.10 Acre |
| 1940 Arlington Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $620,000 | 10 | 9 | 4,858 | 0.36 Acre |
| 1325 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $145,000 | 6 | 3 | 2,167 | 0.15 Acre |
| 1735 7th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $169,900 | 2 | 2 | 1,029 | 0.15 Acre |
| 717 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $269,000 | 11 | 6 | 4,233 | 0.30 Acre |
| 1534 9th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314 | $190,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,567 | -- |
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