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648 56th Street

Des Moines, IA 50312
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt2,181

Sqft

Acres0.20

Acre(Lot)

Located in the historic Waterbury neighborhood, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-story home has been lovingly cared for by its original owner. Featuring numerous recent updates, including a newer roof, furnace, air conditioning, deck, interior paint, and more, this home is truly move-in ready. The main level offers plenty of space to live and entertain, featuring a spacious formal sitting area, dining room, oversized living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms and an additional bathroom, providing plenty of room for family and guests. The finished lower level adds even more living space with a comfortable family room featuring new carpet—perfect for movie nights, a play area, or relaxing. Outside, enjoy the beautifully landsca ped, fully fenced backyard and deck, offering a private setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Iowa summers. A well-maintained home in one of Des Moines’ most desirable historic neighborhoods, with space, updates, character, and location—all in one package. This is the one you’ve been waiting for in the heart of Des Moines!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $539,900

AD Id : 89401245

MLS Id : 746960

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.20 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,181

Year Built : 1953

Garage : 2

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partially Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • 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: 1953 Building Area Total: 2181 Construction Materials: Brick Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 67X132 Main Square Feet: 0.203 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.203 Lot Size Square Feet: 8844 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $539900 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 09006911000000 Annual Tax: $9724 Tax Legal Desc: S 7 F LOT 8 & ALL LOT 9 WATERBURY PARK

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Utility Information

    Cable Available
  • Location Information

    Direction: I-80 to exit 4- 63rd St/IA-28, turn right. Turn left on Pleasant Drive, turn right on 56th Street. Home is on the right at the intersection on 56th and Woodland Ave. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 08/20/2026 @ 22:46

MLS: 746960 LISTED BY: Nicholas Scar, Iowa Realty Mills Crossing 515-453-4300 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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