This beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of charm and modern updates. The enclosed front porch is both inviting and functional—a great spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Step inside to a spacious living area that flows seamlessly into the updated eat-in kitchen, featuring white cabinetry, a glass tile backsplash, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances (all included). Two main-level bedrooms are separated by a stylishly updated full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find a large third bedroom complete with a walk-in closet. The dry basement adds even more living space with a laundry area, generous storage, and plenty of room for a home gym, rec room, or additional lounge area. Outside, the fully fenced yard with low-maintenance vinyl fencing includes a spacious patio—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Love fresh eggs? The chicken coop stays! Major system updates include a new sewer line and a radon mitigation system, both installed in 2022. This move in ready home is a must see! Choice Home Warranty included!!
For sale
Price cut: $3K (7/18)
$237,000
1516 57th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,117sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Dry basementLaundry areaUpdated eat-in kitchenWalk-in closetGranite countertopsGlass tile backsplashFully fenced yard
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 01:04pm
Listed by:
Shawna Sample (515)371-8585,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Matt Sample 515-473-8923,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 718856
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, See Remarks, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,117
- Total interior livable area: 1,117 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Vinyl,Full
Lot
- Size: 6,621.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10012093000000
- Zoning: N3b
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $212/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $185,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,733
- Date on market: 5/27/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
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