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3502 Garfield Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50317
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,004

Sqft

Acres0.60

Acre(Lot)

Charming brick character meets modern updates on an incredible 0.6-acre in-town lot! This gorgeous home offers 1,744 finished square feet with original charm, thoughtful updates, and an abundance of space inside and out. The main level features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, original hardwood flooring, newer hardwood flooring, and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. Upstairs, the half-story provides a spacious primary bedroom along with attic storage. The fully finished walkout basement adds even more living space with a modern full bathroom, Jacuzzi tub, and a great hangout area that opens directly to the backyard. Outside is where this property truly shines—a massive, fully fenced yard surrounded by mature trees, a storage shed, blackberries in the front yard, and plenty of room to en joy, entertain, garden, or simply spread out. A detached two-car garage provides additional parking and storage. Numerous updates add peace of mind, including a new roof in 2024, water heater in 2022, vinyl windows, newer carpet, a 2-year-old dishwasher, sump pump with battery backup, and an EV charging outlet. The home also retains its original front door from the 1930s, adding to its timeless character. A rare combination of historic charm, modern updates, finished living space, and a truly exceptional lot—right in town.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $224,900

AD Id : 91183704

MLS Id : 748987

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.60 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,004

Tax Amount : 4490.00

Year Built : 1931

Garage : 2

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Hardwood
  • 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

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1931 Building Area Total: 1004 Construction Materials: Brick Patio And Porch Features: Patio Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Storage

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 150X175 Main Square Feet: 0.603 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.603 Lot Size Square Feet: 26250 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $224900 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 06005932001000 Annual Tax: $4490 Tax Legal Desc: LOTS 378, 379 & 380 GRAYS WOODS

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Location Information

    Direction: From University Ave, turn left onto E 35th St, then right onto Garfield Ave. Property will be on the left. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/12/2026 @ 14:36

MLS: 748987 LISTED BY: Nathan Davidson, Keller Williams Realty GDM 515-334-4900 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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