Discover a unique gem in the highly sought-after Waveland Park neighborhood! Only 3 minutes to 235 via 42nd St exit makes a quick commute to Downtown or WDM. With 3-bedrooms, 2-baths, a main floor office, and nearly 1700 SF of thoughtfully designed living space this home is full of character and modern comforts. It features hardwood flooring and white cabinetry & trim throughout. The sun-drenched, open living and dining areas are perfect for entertaining, boasting large windows, a cozy gas fireplace w/ blower, charming built-ins, and a window seat for relaxed afternoons. The kitchen features sustainable cork flooring, sleek SS appliances and loads of cabinets & hidden cutting boards make meal prep a breeze. Enjoy the added bonus of a main floor office or playroom with built-ins and a door leading to the back patio and fenced pet area. Upstairs you'll find 3 nice sized bedrooms, full bath w/ tiled shower and abundant storage: including 3 hall closets and an attic-accessible thru the primary closet. The freshly sealed, painted dry basement is unfinished but could be used as a family rm, exercise area or storage. The nearly quarter acre lot has two raised garden plots, shade trees and a second concrete patio, ideal for entertaining & relaxing. This home is in a NFC/Invest DSM area and qualifies for down pmt assistance, a forgivable loan and incentives for home improvements. See neighborhoodfinance.org for info. This timeless home is move-in ready and waiting to you! Don't miss this opportunity in Waveland Park! Listing Agent is related to Seller.
Sold for $281,000 on 05/30/25
$281,000
1201 46th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,654sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
10,454.4 Square Feet Lot
$282,000 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$2,136 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 05, 2025 at 10:37am
Listed by:
Kris Barrientos 515-233-4450,
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Bought with:
Flanders Team, S58137
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 66486

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Half bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,654
- Total interior livable area: 1,654 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 890
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch - Open
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 10,454 sqft
- Dimensions: 75 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 12613003000
- Zoning: RX1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Services availability

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