Charming and full of potential, this 1.5-story home sits on a spacious 0.23-acre lot and features a 2-stall detached garage with an attached bonus room—perfect for a sunroom, studio, or workshop. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms, including a unique upper-level retreat that spans the entire top floor, offering endless possibilities for a private suite or creative space. The main level includes a full bathroom and cozy living areas, making this home a versatile find with room to grow.
Sold for $195,000 on 05/16/25
$195,000
1657 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
3beds
1,209sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
10,018.8 Square Feet Lot
$195,300 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$1,452 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 19, 2025 at 07:03am
Listed by:
Karla Alaniz (515)897-9027,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Junior Ibarra 515-497-8133,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Karla Alaniz
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Junior Ibarra
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 715176
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,209
- Total interior livable area: 1,209 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
Lot
- Size: 10,018 sqft
- Dimensions: 65 x 154
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 110/03607000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete