858 40th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
3
Bed
2
Bath
966Sqft
0.14Acre(Lot)
Meticulously updated while intentionally retaining its character, this home opens from an enclosed front porch into fresh paint and original hardwood floors across a majority of the main level. The large living room features a wood-burning fireplace and original built-ins, flowing into a formal dining room, two bedrooms, and an updated full bath. The kitchen offers freshly painted cabinets, brand-new LVP flooring, and all appliances stay. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds new carpet, a third bedroom with full egress, a 3/4 bath, and basement bracing, waterproofing, and a sump system by BAM with a transferable warranty. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard with new chain-link on three sides and privacy in the back, plus a 1-car detached garage with new siding/door and a separate stora
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 3Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partial, Partially Finished -
Flooring Information
Hardwood -
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Interior Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1918 Building Area Total: 966 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 50X125 Main Square Feet: 0.143 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.143 Lot Size Square Feet: 6250 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $240000 Cash, Conventional
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 09000746000000 Annual Tax: $3781 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 93 BRYN MAWR HEIGHTS
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1
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Location Information
Direction: From I-235, take the 42nd St exit (Exit 5B). Head north on 42nd St to Rollins Ave. Turn right (east) on Rollins Ave, then left (north) on 40th St. The home is on the left. WaterSource: Public
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 678 26th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $515,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,108 | 0.15 Acre |
| 2819 Rollins Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $255,000 | 4 | 3 | 968 | 0.09 Acre |
| 913 29th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $230,000 | 4 | 1 | 1,592 | 0.58 Acre |
| 2901 High Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $375,000 | 8 | 5 | 3,694 | 0.30 Acre |
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