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2337 Amherst Street

Des Moines, IA 50313
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

SqFt1,080

Sqft

Acres0.14

Acre(Lot)

Investor special or great opportunity for a first time home buyer looking to build equity! This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers solid bones, plenty of character, and room to make it your own. Features include LVP and hardwood floors, an enclosed front porch, large living and dining areas, some finished space in the basement, and a spacious backyard and detached garage. Major improvements have already been completed including a newer roof and updated sewer line, helping take care of two of the big-ticket items. The lower level offers additional finished living space, storage, and flexibility for hobbies, a rec room, or home office. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, and downtown Des Moines. Whether you're looking for your next rental property, flip opportunity, or aff ordable place to call home, this property has tons of potential at an affordable price. Property is being sold as-is. All information obtained from seller and public records

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $139,000

AD Id : 81569094

MLS Id : 742485

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.14 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,080

Year Built : 1923

Garage : 1

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: Partially Finished
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1923 Building Area Total: 1080 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 0.137 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.137 Lot Size Square Feet: 5978 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $139000 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 07003162000000 Annual Tax: $2552.25 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 11 MENTZER PLACE

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • Location Information

    Direction: From I-235 Get on I-235 E from Chamberlain Ave and 42nd St Take exit 8 B from I-235 E Continue on Penn Ave/Pennsylvania Ave. Drive to Amherst St WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/15/2026 @ 07:04

MLS: 742485 LISTED BY: Bo Cosens, RE/MAX Precision 515-223-9492 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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