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3819 S Union Street

Des Moines, IA 50315
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,290

Sqft

Acres0.28

Acre(Lot)

Fall in love the moment you arrive at this stunning character-filled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home loaded with timeless charm, major updates, and incredible indoor/outdoor living spaces! The oversized covered front porch creates the perfect first impression and is ideal for morning coffee, relaxing evenings, or entertaining guests. Step inside and immediately notice the gorgeous original hardwood floors, rich natural woodwork, abundant natural light, soaring ceilings, and rare butler’s staircase that give this home warmth and unforgettable personality. The spacious layout offers large living and dining areas perfect for hosting, while two bedrooms feature oversized closets rarely found in homes of this era. The bright three-season porch creates the perfect flex space for a second living area, rea ding room, or home office. The partially finished lower level with an additional bathroom offers endless possibilities including a guest suite, rec room, workout space, or movie area. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with room for pets, gardening, and entertaining. Major updates include a new roof in 2022, furnace, A/C and water heater in 2020, plus a radon mitigation system in 2022. Conveniently located minutes from Downtown Des Moines, Gray’s Lake, Blank Park Zoo, trails, shopping, dining, and Des Moines International Airport with quick freeway access. Homes with this much character, space, and updates rarely become available! 13-Month HWA Platinum Home Warranty included!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $214,999

AD Id : 76369707

MLS Id : 736879

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.28 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,290

Year Built : 1917

Garage : 1

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Hardwood
  • 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: 1917 Building Area Total: 1290 Construction Materials: Metal Siding Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 70X176.5 Main Square Feet: 0.284 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.284 Lot Size Square Feet: 12357 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $214999 Original Price: $229900 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 01004497002000 Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $3645.41 Tax Legal Desc: -EX E 60F- N 70F LT 50 SMITHS ACRES

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • Location Information

    Direction: Head south toward E Virginia Ave, turn west onto Watrous Ave, turn north onto S Union St, home is on the east side. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/18/2026 @ 12:49

MLS: 736879 LISTED BY: Misty Darling, BH&G Real Estate Innovations 515-962-5555 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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