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3770 University Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50311
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt953

Sqft

Acres0.10

Acre(Lot)

Timeless Craftsman character blends beautifully with contemporary-styled kitchen & baths in unbeatable location! On the bike path & bus route and only a few blocks west of Drake University, the vibrant Ingersoll District, and quick access to I-235, downtown, hospitals, Roosevelt High School, the Des Moines Playhouse, and several houses of worship. Listen for the soothing mellow sound of church bells as you relax in the newly landscaped private backyard sanctuary. Watch the world go by reflectng on your day sitting on your shady front porch in this walkable neighborhood. Off the living room is your own work-from-home office with elegant French doors. Large kitchen features contemporary cabinetry plus NEW SS refridgerator & NEW dishwasher. The formal dining room & living room offer ample spa ce for entertaining. Contemporary glass & ceramic tile walls & vessel sinks set off the half bath on the main floor and full bath upstairs. New in June: Interior and exterior paint, four NEW light fixtures & ceiling fan and motion-sensor yard light, NEW Greige colored friese carpet over original hardwood floors (both on main floor & upstairs), NEW garbage disposal, some NEW plumbing, two NEW kitchen appliances (above), NEW garage door and NEW back storm door. No worries about the solid furnace, central air, water heater & roof. Solid historic home. Not a flip. This is a rare beauty. Act fast before it's gone.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $209,900

AD Id : 86473130

MLS Id : 743818

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.10 Acre

Living Area Size : 953

Year Built : 1905

Garage : 1

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating & Cooling

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

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1905 Building Area Total: 953 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 41x100 Main Square Feet: 0.095 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.095 Lot Size Square Feet: 4150 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $209900 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 09003382000000 Annual Tax: $2928 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 31 KELLASTONE

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • Utility Information

    Cable Available
  • Location Information

    Direction: Go east from 42nd & University. South side of street. First house facing University past the house on the SE corner of 38th & University. Third of 3 adjacent driveways. Sneaks up on you. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/29/2026 @ 05:10

MLS: 743818 LISTED BY: Fran Webb-Ronnau, Action Realty 515-240-3805 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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