919 Watrous Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50315
3
Bed
2
Bath
756Sqft
0.15Acre(Lot)
First-Time Buyer Alert! Move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a functional and flexible layout. The main level features two bedrooms, an updated full bath, and a spacious living room filled with natural light. Enjoy the bonus three-season room perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The finished lower level expands your living space with an additional family room, third bedroom, 3/4 bath, laundry and storage room. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard, a nice patio space ready for grilling, and a 2-car detached garage. Big-ticket exterior updates have already been done, including newer siding, softits, gutters and an architectural shingle roof. Whether you are buying your first home or simply looking for a comfortable, move-in ready option, this one checks all the boxes.
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 3Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partially Finished -
Flooring Information
Carpet, Vinyl -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, 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: 1952 Building Area Total: 756 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Stories: 1 Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 48X133 Main Square Feet: 0.147 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.147 Lot Size Square Feet: 6384
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $179900 Original Price: $192000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 01005765001000 Annual Tax: $3134 Tax Legal Desc: -EX S 11F- LOT 194 WATROUS PARK
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2
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Location Information
Direction: From the intersection of SE 9th and Watrous Ave-Head West. House is on the right (north) side of the street. NFC financing available. WaterSource: Public
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2824 SE 10th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $235,000 | 5 | 1 | 1,040 | 1,040 SqFt |
| 4121 SE 10th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $200,000 | 3 | 1 | 864 | 864 SqFt |
| 4314 SE 10th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $222,900 | 3 | 1 | 864 | 864 SqFt |
| 2327 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $268,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,115 | 1,115 SqFt |
| 2413 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $148,000 | 2 | 2 | 442 | 442 SqFt |
| 817 E Diehl Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $241,500 | 4 | 2 | 880 | 880 SqFt |
| 3136 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $199,999 | 3 | 2 | 1,141 | 1,141 SqFt |
| 3300 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $306,950 | 3 | 3 | 1,445 | 1,445 SqFt |
| 5205 SE 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $235,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,044 | 1,044 SqFt |
| 712 E Rose Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | $174,900 | 3 | 2 | 969 | 969 SqFt |
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