HISTORIC 1880'S FIVE BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM MANSION WITH COMPLETE REMODEL FROM THE GROUND UP! LIVE IN HISTORIC COMFORT WITH ALL UPGRADED AMENITIES! HAND CARVED WOODWORK, ORIGINAL FIREPLACE. RARE RENTAL OPPORTUNITY! MASTER WITH EN SUITE AND HUGE WALK IN CLOSET! VIEWS OF CAPITAL BUILDING FROM 3RD STORY BEDROOM! NEW KITCHEN, APPLIANCES, WRAP AROUND PORCH! Historic 3 story complete remodel. New insulation, high efficiency furnace, AC, 3 zone system for maximum efficiency. Amazingly low utility bills. Ceiling fans in every room for maximum comfort. Whole house surge protector to protect your new flat screen TV and computers. First floor with bathroom. WASHER / DRYER ON SECOND FLOOR INCLUDED. . No more walking to the basement to do laundry! Master bedroom with 10 x 8 foot walk in closet and full en suite bathroom. Jack and Jill full bathroom in addition on second level for additional 4 bedrooms! Walk out deck on second level with deck. Unbelievable original historic woodwork. All refinished original oak hardwood floors throughout. Cleaner and less allergies. Kitchen with new appliances , gas stove, microwave. Kitchen is a Chefs dream! Lots of space, designed for cooking and entertaining. Tons of counter space. Additional island with second sink for prep and seating in kitchen. Great for parties or gourmet cooking. New dishwasher, garbage disposal. New fridge with ice/water dispenser. Surround 3 season porch with French Doors. Screens if you want in the summer. Complete basement, clean, for additional storage. All spotless, like new condition. Off street parking. Garage parking negotiable, flexible if need more than one.
Must be seen to be believed. Does not come up for rent often, usually long term tenants. Unbelievable place. Original hand carved woodwork from 1880. New hardwood floors. New windows with additional storm windows. With new foam insulation throughout, enjoy low MidAmerica bills winter and summer. Mature oak trees surround. Photocell outdoor lights for safety. Very Safe with excellent neighbors.
Great location, excellent access to Freeways or hop to Historic East End for shopping, restaurants.
Must be seen to be appreciated.
Please consider this place only if you have an appreciation for an 1880's totally restored historic home, restored with caring and attention to detail, and if you are ready to fall in love with your new domicile. Also interested in Renter who will take care of the place like their own.
Serious inquiries only.
Also Landlord is Owner. No more dealing with middle men. Prompt attention to any concerns. Flexible on terms, prefer long term tenant.
Renter responsible for lawn care, snow removal.
Very Safe , Excellent Neighbors. Very up and coming neighborhood.
Pets negotiable, breed restrictions apply. Contact Landlord for details.
Flexible days and times to show. Contact owner for dates and time as well as rental application. Text preferred.
Tenant responsible for utilities and refuse.
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$2,900/mo
1626 Arlington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
5beds
5,000sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available Mon Sep 1 2025
Cats, small dogs OK
Central air, ceiling fan
In unit laundry
Attached garage parking
-- Heating
What's special
French doorsComplete basementHand carved woodworkOff street parkingNew windowsViews of capital buildingNew kitchen
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Walk In Closet
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Walk In Closet
Details
- Parcel number: 08005014000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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8/5/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,900+11.5%$1/sqft |
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6/25/2025 | Listing removed | $2,600$1/sqft |
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6/12/2025 | Price change | $2,600-11.9%$1/sqft |
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6/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,950$1/sqft |
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5/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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