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576 & 578 SW 42nd Street

Des Moines, IA 50312
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,254

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Opportunity is knocking! Adorable duplex is now available in a highly desirable South-of-Grand neighborhood. Sitting on a private lot, this all-brick cottage includes recently refinished wood floors and fresh paint, great room with fireplace, large windows that fill the homes with natural light, kitchen appliances including gas range, refrigerator and dishwasher; dining area, 1 large bedroom, and a remodeled bathroom with tile floor and shower. Each unit includes a walkout lower level with laundry and the opportunity for future finish or even additional rental units. Use today for storage, workout room, hobbies, etc. The wooded backyard includes shared garden beds. Driveway has one parking space for each unit, plus ample street parking. Large lot includes the opportunity to build garage or an additional dwelling unit for added value. Rent both units or occupy one and lease the other to begin your investment portfolio. Property is near bike trails and all the culture the western edge of Des Moines has to offer. All information obtained from seller and public records.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $319,000

AD Id : 77829713

MLS Id : 737686

Beds : 2

Living Area Size : 1,254

Year Built : 1949

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partially Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood, Tile
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1949 Building Area Total: 1254 Construction Materials: Brick Stories: 1 Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 50X170 Lot Size Square Feet: 8500 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $319000 Original Price: $325000 Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 09004377000000 Annual Tax: $4839 Tax Legal Desc: E 170 F N 1/2 LOT 47 LINDEN HEIGHTS

  • Location Information

    Direction: From I-235: South on 42nd Street. South of Grand, the street turns to SW 42nd. Duplex is on the west side. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/21/2026 @ 23:22

MLS: 737686 LISTED BY: Al Tramontina, RE/MAX Precision 515-223-9492 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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