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1242 Mckinley Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50315
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Bed 4

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Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,513

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Acres0.20

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Exceptional Investment Opportunity! Introducing a versatile multi-family residence perfect for investors or homeowners looking for income potential! This property features 2 distinct units w/a total of 4 bedrooms. *UNIT DETAILS* MAIN UNIT-Experience the charm & comfort of the main house w/2 bedrooms on main level complemented by your own inviting front porch, spacious family room, large dining area & lovely kitchen. The inclusion of a basement adds a 3rd bedroom, storage & laundry space. *UPPER UNIT* The upstairs unit offers privacy & convenience. This apartment has separate or joint access & is perfect for renting out or could be utilized as an in-law suite. It has a full kitchen, bedroom, bath & private deck. *FLEXIBILITY FOR ALL NEEDS* The unique structure of this property allows for bo th units to be either combined into a single family home or separated for rental income. One car tuck under garage & plenty of private parking!

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Property Type : Residential Income

Price : $239,000

AD Id : 77036551

MLS Id : 738296

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.20 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,513

Year Built : 1926

Garage : 1

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished, Partially Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Tile
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    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: 1926 Building Area Total: 1513 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Stories: 1 Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 62X138 Main Square Feet: 0.198 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.198 Lot Size Square Feet: 8625 Lot Description: Corner Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $239000 Original Price: $259000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 12003493000000 Annual Tax: $3186 Tax Legal Desc: LOTS 1 & 2 BLK 1 PINEHURST

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • Location Information

    Direction: University Ave to 9th Street. 9th to McKinley to home. WaterSource: Public
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1019/1021 Kirkwood Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50315 $195,000 3 2 1,586 1,586 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/18/2026 @ 21:32

MLS: 738296 LISTED BY: Valerie Kenworthy, LPT Realty, LLC 515-669-4010 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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