This charming home blends timeless character with modern amenities, offering both vintage appeal and functionality. The main floor features hardwood floors that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. With two bedrooms and a full bath on the main level, this home provides comfortable, easy living. Step outside to your own private oasis — a large deck overlooking a serene backyard that's perfect for relaxation or entertaining. Enjoy cozy nights by the fire pit, ideal for gatherings with friends or unwinding after a long day with a blanket and a good book. The attached garage is equipped with an additional rear door that opens to the backyard and presents endless possibilities for creating your dream entertainment space, workshop, or anything else you can think of! The versatile space upstairs is an added bonus offering potential as a playroom, home office, or even master bedroom with its own 3/4 bath - steam shower included! The skylights upstairs are the cherry on top of this great home and allow natural light to pour in throughout the day. Located in a historic, established, and easily walkable neighborhood, this home is just minutes from Drake University and Beaverdale Park, providing quick access to shopping, dining, and outdoor activities. With its perfect balance of classic charm and modern convenience, this home won't last long. Schedule your tour today and make it yours!
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$272Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by The Engelman Team• Friedrich Realty
Bought with NON- MEMBER• CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
Price reduced! This charming 1.5 story home located in sought after Beaverdale is a must see! Home features original hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, and a dedicated dining area. The kitchen has been completely updated and all the appliances are included. The second level features a 3rd bedroom and a newly finished 3/4 bathroom which makes it perfect for a master suite. You'll love spending time outdoors entertaining friends around the fire pit or sitting on the large back deck. With a full basement, attached garage, fenced yard, and many updates this home checks off all the boxes and is affordably priced.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
830
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10006528000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
N4
Neighborhood District
N4 is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly with a mix of cottages, constructed mainly of masonry or stone pursuant to House C building type in section 135-2.15 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Apr 25, 2023 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - hvac changeout
HVAC
Oct 14, 2021 • Final
Row - sidewalk and approach
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1137.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 830
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Block
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size : 7000.0
Lot Size Area: 7,000
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Zoning: Res
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Des Moines
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 830
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10006528000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®
Around this home
Schools
Monroe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$215,000 – $260,000
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