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2816 Watrous Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50321
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,164

Sqft

Nestled among the mature trees of Des Moines' desirable Southwestern Hills, this beautifully maintained two-story home offers generous living spaces, extensive updates, and exceptional convenience. Double front doors open to an inviting main level featuring a cozy family room with a striking brick fireplace and built-in shelving, while the oversized formal living room is filled with natural light from newer windows. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers abundant workspace, a brick-accented range area, and an open layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient main-floor laundry room and half bath complete the level. The second floor features four spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a tiled shower and ample closet space. Three additional bedrooms and a larg e full bath provide flexibility for family, guests, or home office needs. The finished lower level includes a comfortable family room, wet bar, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard highlighted by a spacious deck. Updates include new HVAC (2024), LG dishwasher (2024), roof (2016), windows (2019), LVP flooring (2022), water heater (2022), toilets (2022), professionally cleaned ductwork (2024), radon mitigation system (2025), and complete exterior painting (2025). Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, the Airport, Gray's Lake, Water Works Park, walking paths, and bike trails, this move-in-ready home combines space, comfort, and convenience in one exceptional package.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $374,000

AD Id : 80284751

MLS Id : 742420

Beds : 4

Living Area Size : 2,164

Year Built : 1970

Garage : 2

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Tile
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Wet Bar Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Heating & Cooling

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

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1970 Building Area Total: 2164 Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco Stories: 2 Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Basketball Court

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $374000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 12000202015000 and 12000202016001 Annual Tax: $6849.75 Tax Legal Desc: W 10F LT 10 & W 10F N 45F LT 11 & ALL LT 15 CAMELOT SOUTH and E 25F LT 16 CAMELOT SOUTH

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Location Information

    Direction: Take Park Avenue to SW 31st Street. Go south on SW 31st to Thornton Avenue. Take a Left onto Thornton, then take a Right on to SW 29th Street. Turn left on Watrous and house is on the right side of the street. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/17/2026 @ 13:17

MLS: 742420 LISTED BY: Tom Stender-Custer, Century 21 Signature 515-224-4002 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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