1425 Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

$474,900 Asking Price

3 beds
3 baths
2,437  sqft
Built in 1948

This charming Cape Cod home beautifully blends modern amenities with vintage character. Gorgeous hardwood floors, original wooden shutters, French doors, and crystal knobs offer delightful glimpses into its history. The updated eat-in kitchen features a stunning new farmhouse sink and a gas fireplace, with windows that frame a lovely view of the backyard. Relax in the comfortable living room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, where you can enjoy views of the Wakonda Golf Course alongside your own private oasis. Alternatively, cozy up in the den, where built-in bookshelves invite you to lose yourself in a good book. Each room is adorned with elegant details, making the home uniquely inviting. The grand staircase leads to two spacious bedrooms, each with charming window seats and private bathrooms, plus walk-in closets. Updated bathrooms highlight original tile and light fixtures, adding to the home's charm. The versatile third bedroom can serve as a playroom, rec room, or teen hangout. Set on nearly an acre, you'll appreciate the established landscaping, which includes apple and cherry trees, a seating area, and lovely brick walkways and patio—perfect for gardening enthusiasts. With a brand-new roof, many other updates... and just minutes from the airport and downtown, this unique gem is not to be missed!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Fireplace,Cable TV,Window Treatments
Appliances:
Built-In Oven,Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
Basement:
Unfinished
Flooring:
Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
A/C:
true, Central Air
Heating:
true, Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Gas,Vented,Wood Burning,Fireplace Screen, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 2

Exterior

General:
Deck,Fully Fenced,Patio
Style:
One and One Half Story
Parking:
Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt,Shingle
General:
Metal Siding, One and One Half

Location

Road/Access:
Concrete
Originating MLS:
DMAAR
School District:
Des Moines Independent
County:
Polk

Lot

Zoning:
N1A, -EX S 7F- LOT 10 WINDOVER PLACE, 01005973000000
Fencing:
Full

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Septic Tank

Financial

Source:
DMAAR

This listing courtesy of:
BHHS First Realty Westown, Sandra Gustafson

About Des Moines, IA

Housing

Number of Units
99,985
Median Home Value
$151,586
Median Rent
$791

40.41% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.36% are vacant.

Commute

Car
75.18%
Public Transportation
1.57%
Walk to Work
2.32%
Work from Home
19.95%
Other
0.57%

The median travel time to work is 17 minutes.

People

Population
223,303
Median Age
35.20
Median Household Size
2.59

Education

High School
28.82%
Associate’s Degree
8.43%
Bachelor’s Degree
20.24%
Graduate Degree
8.07%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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