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    $2,900/mo

    1626 Arlington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    5beds
    5,000sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    Single family residence
    Available Mon Sep 1 2025
    Cats, small dogs OK
    Central air, ceiling fan
    In unit laundry
    Attached garage parking
    -- Heating
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    French doorsComplete basementHand carved woodworkOff street parkingNew windowsViews of capital buildingNew kitchen
    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.
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    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

    DateEventPrice
    8/5/2025Listed for rent$2,900+11.5%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    6/25/2025Listing removed$2,600$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    6/12/2025Price change$2,600-11.9%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    6/4/2025Listed for rent$2,950$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    5/17/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: River Bend