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3900 Amherst Street

Des Moines, IA 50313
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt1,703

Sqft

Acres0.25

Acre(Lot)

This Highland Park 1.5-story is more than a house, it's a place where memories are made, the garden flourishes, & everyone has room to grow. Sunlight pours through the large living room windows, creating a warm and inviting space to gather. The main level features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and a functional kitchen with stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet storage, & generous counter space. Upstairs offers 2 oversized bedrooms, including one with a fun built-in rock climbing wall, plus a beautifully renovated full bathroom. The lower level adds flexibility with a nonconforming 5th bedroom, partial bath, laundry area, and unfinished space ready for your personal touch. Step outside to a spacious deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard with an incredible garden perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or harvesting fresh vegetables. A detached two-car garage completes this one-of-a-kind home. Call your favorite realtor for a tour today!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $265,000

AD Id : 88304224

MLS Id : 745794

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.25 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,703

Year Built : 1956

Garage : 2

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen 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: 1956 Building Area Total: 1703 Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Storage

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 78X141 Main Square Feet: 0.254 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.254 Lot Size Square Feet: 11082 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $265000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 07000704000000 Annual Tax: $5432 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 2 & E 140.6F LOT A BOWEN PLACE PLAT 2

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Location Information

    Direction: GPS is accurate to location. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/24/2026 @ 06:29

MLS: 745794 LISTED BY: Jeni McClelland, RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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