621 Porter Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50315
4
Bed
2
Bath
1,431Sqft
0.16Acre(Lot)
Yes, it’s a fixer upper. But it’s also a home with charm that’s still hanging on and waiting for someone who’s ready to bring it back to life. The main floor has two bedrooms, a full bath, original hardwoods, and a brick fireplace that instantly feels like the heart of the home. Upstairs, you’ll find two more bedrooms and a half bath with plenty of potential for whatever you need. Everywhere you look, there are small, charming surprises that make this home feel nothing like a cookie-cutter new build. Outside, there’s a two-car detached garage and a yard that’s ready for some love. And you’re just minutes from downtown Des Moines, so all the good food, coffee, and fun is right there. If you’re looking for a project with personality and a chance to make something your own, this one is r
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 4Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished -
Flooring Information
Hardwood -
Roofing Information
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Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Refrigerator -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: None
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Building Information
Year Built: 1948 Building Area Total: 1431 Construction Materials: Brick Stories: 2 Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 50X140 Main Square Feet: 0.161 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.161 Lot Size Square Feet: 7000 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $139900 Cash, Conventional
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 12002635000000 Annual Tax: $3518 Tax Legal Desc: LOTS 44 & 45 BLK 4 HILLCREST
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2
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Location Information
Direction: From SW 9th, turn eastbound onto Porter Ave. Property is on the north side of road. WaterSource: Public
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 4121 SE 10th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $193,000 | 3 | 1 | 864 | 864 SqFt |
| 2327 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $263,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,115 | 1,115 SqFt |
| 2413 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $140,000 | 2 | 2 | 442 | 442 SqFt |
| 815 E Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $290,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,856 | 1,856 SqFt |
| 3300 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $306,950 | 3 | 3 | 1,445 | 1,445 SqFt |
| 817 E Hackley Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $239,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,000 | 1,000 SqFt |
| 801 & 807 E Mckinley Av.., Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $550,000 | 8 | 4 | 3,499 | 3,499 SqFt |
| 707 & 715 E Mckinley Av.., Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $590,000 | 8 | 4 | 3,499 | 3,499 SqFt |
| 5205 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $235,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,044 | 1,044 SqFt |
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