2945 Des Moines Street
Des Moines, IA 50317
2
Bed
1
Bath
936Sqft
0.17Acre(Lot)
Great investment opportunity within walking distance of the main gate of the Iowa State Fairgrounds! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers original Des Moines charm, a three-season patio, and stair access to the attic with potential for future expansion. The home needs some TLC, making it a great fixer-upper or investment opportunity. With its prime Fairgrounds location, imagine the possibilities for a potential Airbnb or short-term rental, along with Fair-season parking income. Located in an area seeing renewed investment with plenty of opportunity to add value. Priced to sell with motivated sellers bring your vision!
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 2Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1931 Building Area Total: 936 Construction Materials: Metal Siding Stories: 1 Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 50X150 Main Square Feet: 0.172 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.172 Lot Size Square Feet: 7500
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $135000 Original Price: $150000 Cash, Conventional
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 05000931000000 Annual Tax: $2670 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 27 BLK 1 ELLIOTTS ADDITION
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2
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Location Information
Direction: University to E. 30th, south to Des Moines St., west to home on south side of street. WaterSource: Public
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5684 Brookview Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $345,750 | 3 | 2 | 1,321 | 0.17 Acre |
| 3124 Woodbury Circle, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $549,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,428 | 0.44 Acre |
| 5688 Brookview Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $360,750 | 3 | 2 | 1,492 | 0.17 Acre |
| 3132 Woodbury Circle, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $423,990 | 4 | 3 | 1,579 | 0.30 Acre |
| 5427 Leyden Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $430,990 | 3 | 2 | 1,800 | -- |
| 5417 Leyden Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $435,990 | 3 | 2 | 1,800 | -- |
| 5407 Leyden Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $445,990 | 3 | 2 | 1,870 | -- |
| 5397 Leyden Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $488,990 | 3 | 3 | 1,921 | -- |
| 3221 Brook Landing Court, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $445,990 | 3 | 2 | 1,800 | -- |
| 5664 Brook View Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317 | $429,900 | 5 | 3 | 2,303 | 0.17 Acre |
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